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Finishing work
– Install the shock absorber. ( p. 55)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 40)
10.11 Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
(50 SX, FACTORY EDITION)
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 40)
(50 SX MINI)
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 40)
– Remove the rear wheel. ( p. 88)
– Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 54)
– After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
– Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate (50 SX, FACTORY EDITION)
Weight of rider: 15 …
25 kg (33 … 55 lb.)
25 N/mm (143 lb/in)
Weight of rider (stan-
dard): 25 … 35 kg (55
… 77 lb.)
30 N/mm (171 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 35 …
45 kg (77 … 99 lb.)
35 N/mm (200 lb/in)
Spring rate (50 SX MINI)
Weight of rider: 15 …
25 kg (33 … 55 lb.)
65 N/mm (371 lb/in)
Weight of rider (stan-
dard): 25 … 35 kg (55
… 77 lb.)
75 N/mm (428 lb/in)
Weight of rider: 35 …
45 kg (77 … 99 lb.)
85 N/mm (485 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Smaller weight differences can be compensated by
changing the spring preload.
Finishing work
–
Install the shock absorber. ( p. 55)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 40)
– Check the static sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 32)
– Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 33)
– Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. ( p. 30)
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