- Tighten the locknut securely.
- After adjustment, move the spring up and down to make sure that
the spring is fully seated.
- Install the parts removed.
Rear shock absorber spring replacement
Harder and softer springs are available. If the standard spring is not
adequate for your purpose, select a proper one according to the
rider´s weight and the road conditions.
- Using the harder spring:The rebound is quicker.
- Using the softer spring:The rebound is slower.
NOTE
Refer to the suspension adjustments on page 45.
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Spring adjustment
- Remove the seat and side covers.
- Loosen the air cleaner duct clamp screw.
- Remove the muffler.
- Remove the subframe with the air cleaner box.
(A). Nut.
(B). Spring.
(C). Locknut.
(C)
(A)
(B)
Suspension spring
PILOT WEIGHT EQUIPPED
STIFFNESS
65+/- 75kg
44N/m
75+/- 85kg *
46N/m
85+/- 95kg
48N/m
* SERIE
Preload: 10 mm
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