10 TUNING THE CHASSIS 68
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 74)
10.9 Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
400989-10
–
Measure distance
of rear wheel unloaded. ( p. 67)
– Hold the motorcycle upright with the aid of an assistant.
– Measure the distance between the rear axle and the fixed point again.
–
Note down the value as dimension
.
Info
The static sag is the difference between measurements
and
.
– Check the static sag.
Static sag 18 mm (0.71 in)
» If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
– Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber. ( p. 69)