04/SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
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100080-10
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Turn the adjusting wheel
clockwise until it stops.
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Turn it back counterclockwise by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock
absorber type.
Specification
Compression damping
Standard
15
clicks
Maximum deviation from standard
value
−
5… 5
clicks
Tip
Experience has shown that settings outside of this range are detrimental to
vehicle handling. When changing the chassis settings, always start with the
standard setting.
Info
Turning clockwise increases damping, while turning counterclockwise
lessens damping.
8.17
Rear shock absorber - adjusting the rebound damping
Warning
Danger of accidents
Do not make any radical changes to the adjustment of the shock absorbers.
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Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
Info
The rebound damping setting has an impact on the compression of the shock absorber.
100081-10
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Turn adjusting wheel
to the right until it stops.
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Turn it back to the left by the number of clicks corresponding to the shock absorber
type.
Specification
Rebound damping
Standard
15
clicks
Maximum deviation from standard
value
−
5… 5
clicks
Tip
Experience has shown that settings outside of this range are detrimental to
vehicle handling. When changing the chassis settings, always start with the
standard setting.
Info
Turning to the right increases damping, while turning to the left lessens
damping.
8.18
Rear shock absorber - spring preload
Warning
Danger of accidents
Do not make any radical changes to the adjustment of the shock absorbers.
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Make adjustments in small steps only.
Info
Increasing the spring preload raises the center of gravity of the vehicle. This can have a large impact on vehicle handling.
Tip
Before changing the spring preload, make a note of the present setting, e.g. by measuring the length of the spring.
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Remove the rear shock absorber. (
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.