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Shock absorber adjusters
Rear shock absorbers feature spring preload, rebound
and compression adjustment.
The adjuster (1, fig. 26) on the shock absorber expansion
reservoir - LH side of the frame - controls compression
damping.
The adjuster (2, fig. 25) on the left of the connection
holding the shock absorber to the swingarm controls
rebound damping.
Turn the adjusters (1 and 2) clockwise to increase
damping.
Two ring nuts (3, fig. 26) located on the top section of the
shock absorber are used to adjust the outer spring
preload.
To change spring preload, slacken the upper ring nut.
Once preload has been set as required, tighten the upper
ring nut. Then tighten or slacken the lower ring to
increase or decrease spring preload.
Warning
Use a specific pin wrench to turn the preload
adjusting nut. Be careful when turning the nut with the
wrench, as the pin may slip out of the ring nut recess and
you may hurt your hand hitting motorcycle parts.
Warning
The shock absorber is filled with gas under
pressure and may cause severe damage if taken apart by
unskilled persons.
