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ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK LEGS
EAS00155
ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK LEGS
The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
WARNING
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• 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:
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• 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: 8
Standard: 6
Maximum: 1