Spring Preload Adjustment

SUSPENSION 13-13 Rear Shock Absorber

Spring Preload Adjustment

The spring preload adjuster on the rear shock absorber has 5 positions so that the spring tension can be adjusted for different road and loading conditions.

• Using the hook wrench [A], turn the adjuster to adjust the
spring tension.

Spacial Tool - Hook Wrench: 57001-1101

OThe standard adjuster position for an average-build rider of 68 kg (150 lb) with no passenger and no accessories is 2nd step from the weakest position.

• If the spring action feels too soft or too stiff, adjust it in
accordance with the following table.

Position	Spring Force	Setting	Load	Road	Speed
	Strong t¦ 4Weak	Soft t¦ 4Hard	Light t¦ 1Heavy	Good t¦ 1Bad	Low t¦ 1High

Rear Shock Absorber Removal

• Squeeze the brake lever slowly and hold it with a band [A].

• Set the jack under the engine and raise the rear wheel.

Special Tool - Jack: 57001-1238

• Remove the seat (see Seat Removal in the Frame chap­ter).

• Remove the Side Covers (see Side Cover Removal in the Frame chapter).

• Remove the upper tie-rod bolt [A] and nut.

• Remove the mounting bolts [B] and pull off the rear shock absorber [C].

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