TUNING THE CHASSIS 10
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Main work
– Measure the full spring length while it is under tension and
note down the value.
–
Loosen screw
1
.
–
Turn adjusting ring
2
until the spring is no longer under ten-
sion.
Hook wrench (90129051000)
Info
If the spring cannot be fully released, the spring must be
removed to accurately measure the spring length.
– Measure the total spring length while the spring is not under
tension.
–
Tension the spring by turning adjusting ring
2
to specified
dimension
A
.
Guideline
Spring preload 11 mm (0.43 in)
Info
The spring preload is the difference between the
relaxed spring length and the tensioned spring length.
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. 56)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 45)
10.11 Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 45)
– Remove the shock absorber. ( p. 55)
– After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
– Choose and mount a suitable spring.