9 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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9.3
Checking the basic setting of the fork
Info
For various reasons, no exact riding sag can be determined for the fork.
401000-01
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Smaller differences in the rider's weight can be compensated
for by the fork air pressure.
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However, if the fork frequently bottoms out (hard end stop on
compression), the fork air pressure must be increased, within
the specified values, to avoid damage to the fork and frame.
9.4
Adjusting the fork air pressure
Warning
Danger of accidents
Modifications to the suspension setting may seriously alter the handling characteris-
tic.
Extreme modifications to the suspension setting may cause a serious deterioration in the handling char-
acteristic and overload components.
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Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
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Make sure your child rides slowly to start with after making adjustments in order that he or she can
assess the new handling characteristic.
Info
Check or adjust the air pressure under the same conditions at the earliest 5 minutes after switching off
the engine.
The air suspension is located in the left fork leg. The rebound and compression damping is located in the
right fork leg.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
p. 11)
H02549-10
Main work
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Remove protection cap
1
.
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Push fork pump
2
together fully.
Fork pump (T1317)
Info
The fork pump is included.
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Connect the fork pump to the left fork leg.
The fork pump indicator switches on automatically.
A little air escapes from the fork leg when connecting.
Info
This is due to the volume of the hose and not due to a
defect in the fork pump or the fork.
Summary of Contents for 53000130EN
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