Yamaha FJR1300(N) Motorcycle User Manual


 
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ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK LEGS
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ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK LEGS
The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
WARNING
@
Always adjust both front fork legs evenly.
Uneven adjustment can result in poor
handling and loss of stability.
• Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
Spring preload
CAUTION:
@
Grooves are provided to indicate the
adjustment position.
Never go beyond the maximum or mini-
mum adjustment positions.
1. Adjust:
spring preload
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a. Turn the adjusting bolt
1
in direction
a
or
b
.
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Direction
a
Spring preload is
increased (suspension is
harder).
Direction
b
Spring preload is
decreased (suspension is
softer).
Adjusting positions
Minimum: 1
Standard: 3
Maximum: 6
Rebound damping
CAUTION:
@
Never go beyond the maximum or mini-
mum adjustment positions.
1. Adjust:
rebound damping