10
TUNING THE CHASSIS
30
–
After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
401025-10
Main work
–
Loosen screw
1
.
–
Turn adjusting ring
2
until the spring is no longer under tension.
Hook wrench (T106S)
–
Measure the overall spring length while the spring is not under tension.
–
Tighten the spring by turning adjusting ring
2
to measurement
A
.
Guideline
Spring preload (SX
‑
F EU)
Comfort
13 mm (0.51 in)
Standard
12 mm (0.47 in)
Sport
13 mm (0.51 in)
Spring preload (SX
‑
F USA)
12 mm (0.47 in)
Spring preload (XC
‑
F)
12 mm (0.47 in)
Info
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it may be necessary to
increase or decrease the spring preload.
–
Tighten screw
1
.
Guideline
Screw, shock absorber adjusting ring
M5
5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
Finishing work
–
Install the shock absorber.
x
–
Install the manifold.
x
–
Install the main silencer. (
–
Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
10.10
Adjusting the riding sag
x
Preparatory work
–
Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
–
Remove the main silencer. (
–
Remove the manifold.
–
Remove the shock absorber.
x
–
After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
B00292-10
Main work
–
Choose and mount a suitable spring.