Suzuki RM-Z250 Owner's Service Manual

MACHINE TUNING 4-17
REAR SUSPENSION TUNING
The rear suspension compression and rebound damping force,
and spring pre-load are adjustable for rider’s preference, rider’s
weight and course condition.
NOTE:
* Break-in the rear suspension when riding with a new rear
cushion unit. (!1-6)
* Inspect the following items before attempting adjustment.
* Rear shock absorber damage and oil leakage. (!2-33)
* Swingarm and links tightness. (!2-33)
* Tire pressure. (!2-34)
* Tire and wheel damage. (!2-33)
* Spoke nipple tension and rim lock tightness. (!2-34)
COMPRESSION DAMPING FORCE
ADJUSTMENT
NOTE:
To set the adjuster, you must gently turn the adjust screw or bolt
clockwise until it stops, then back it out the recommended num-
ber of turns. Do not force the adjust screw or bolt past the
stopped position, or you may damage the adjuster.
Low-side
• Turn the adjust screw

1 clockwise until it stops (full hard
position).
• Turn the adjust screw

1 counterclockwise about 8 clicks.
" Standard setting: (Lo-side) 8 clicks turn back
High-side
• Turn the adjust bolt

2 clockwise until it stops (full hard posi-
tion).
• Turn the adjust bolt

2 counterclockwise about 1 turn until the
two punch marks (

A,

B) align.
" Standard setting: (Hi-side) 1 turn back
Soft
Hard
Soft
Hard

Suzuki RM-Z250 Specifications

General

Brand	Suzuki
Model	RM-Z250
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English