9 SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
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402405-10
Main work
–
Loosen screw
1
.
–
Turn adjusting ring
2
until the spring is no longer under ten-
sion.
Holding wrench (90129051000) ( p. 371)
– Measure the overall spring length while the spring is not under
tension.
–
Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring
2
to measure-
ment
A
.
Guideline
Spring preload 8 mm (0.31 in)
Info
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it
may be necessary to increase or decrease the spring
preload.
–
Tighten screw
1
.
Guideline
Screw, shock
absorber adjusting
ring
M5 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Finishing work
– Install the shock absorber. ( p. 83)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 12)
9.8 Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 12)
– Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 83)
– After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
B00292-10
Main work
– Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate
Weight of rider: 65 …
75 kg (143 … 165 lb.)
57 … 63 N/mm (325 …
360 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 75 …
85 kg (165 … 187 lb.)
60 … 66 N/mm (343 …
377 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 85 …
95 kg (187 … 209 lb.)
63 … 69 N/mm (360 …
394 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Finishing work
– Install the shock absorber. ( p. 83)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 12)
– Check the static sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 80)
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