SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS
Part. N. 8000 B0148 (02-2008) D.31
Adjusting the front fork
a) COMPRESSION (LOWER REGISTER)
Standard calibration: -12 clicks (TE-SMR); -15 clicks (TC-TXC-SMR 450-R).
Remove plug (B) and turn register (A) clockwise until the position of fully closed
is reached then, turn back by the mentioned clicks.To obtain a smoother braking
action, turn the register anticlockwise. Reverse the operation in order to obtain a
harder action.
b) EXTENSION (UPPER REGISTER)
Standard calibration: -15 clicks (TC-TXC-SMR 450-R); -12 clicks (TE-SMR).
To reset standard calibration turn register (C) clockwise to reach the position of
fully closed; then, turn back by the mentioned clicks. To obtain a smoother brak-
ing action, turn the register anticlockwise. Reverse the operation in order to
obtain a harder action.
c) AIR VENT (to carry out after each competition, or monthly).
TE-SMR: Set the motorcycle on its central stand, fully extend the fork and loosen
the valve (D). Tighten the valve after this operation.
TC-TXC-SMR 450-R: Set the motorcycle on its central stand, fully extend the fork,
remove the cap (E) and press the valve with pointed object. Reassemble the cap.
: NEVER loosen screw (F).
WARNING: Never force the adjusting screws beyond the maximum opening
and closure positions.
TC-TXC-SMR 450-R
C
E
D
D
TE-SMR
C
TE-SMR
TC-TXC-SMR 450-R
C
F
A
B
A
B
a)
C
C
b)