Name: Buell 2007 LIGHTNING
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Setting Rear Shock Preload

The factory setting is ramp number 2 position (ramp number 7

position being the tallest ramp and maximum preload). For

recommended spring preload refer to Table 1-10., Table 1-11.

or Table 1-12.

1. Remove seat. See 2.44 SEAT.

2. See Figure 1-32. Change the spring preload by turning

the preload adjuster at the upper part of the shock with

the SHOCK SPANNER WRENCH (HD-94700-52C) or

the wrench included in the tool kit.

a. Turn adjuster to setting speciﬁed in Table 1-10.,

Table 1-11. or Table 1-12. Rotate adjuster clockwise

to increase preload.

b. Rotate adjuster counterclockwise to decrease pre-

load.

1WARNING1WARNING

After installing seat, pull upward on front of seat to be

sure it is in locked position. While riding, a loose seat can

shift causing loss of control, which could result in death

or serious injury. (00070a)

3. Install seat. See 2.44 SEAT.

Setting Rear Shock Rebound Damping

1. See Figure 1-33. Using a screwdriver, turn the slotted dial

clockwise until it stops. This is the maximum rebound

damping setting.

2. Then turn the dial counterclockwise the recommended

amount speciﬁed in Table 1-10., Table 1-11. or Table 1-

12.

Figure 1-32. Rear Shock Preload Adjuster

Figure 1-33. Rear Shock Rebound Adjustment

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Maximum preload adjustment (ramp number 7)

Minimum preload adjustment (ramp number 1)

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