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12
TUNING
THE
CHASSIS
104
12.1
Adjusting
the
compression
damping
of
the
fork
(R
model)
Info
The
hydraulic
compressio
n
damping
determines
the
fork
suspension
behavior.
A00280-10
–
Turn
adjusting
screws
1
clockwise
all
the
way.
Info
The
adjusting
screws
1
are
located
at
the
bottom
end
of
the
fork
legs.
Do
not
loosen
screw
caps
2
.
–
Turn
counterclockwise
by
the
number
of
clicks
corresponding
to
the
fork
type.
Guideline
Compression
damping
Standard
12
clicks
Info
Turn
clockwise
to
increase
damping;
turn
counterclock-
wise
to
reduce
damping.
105
107
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Means of Representation 1
11
Symbols Used
11
Formats Used
12
Safety Advice 2
13
Use Definition - Intended Use
13
Misuse
13
Safety Advice
14
Degrees of Risk and Symbols
15
Tampering Warning
15
Safe Operation
16
Protective Clothing
17
Work Rules
18
Environment
18
Owner's Manual
19
Important Notes
20
Manufacturer and Implied Warranty
20
Fuel, Auxiliary Substances
20
Spare Parts, Accessories
20
Service
21
Figures
21
Customer Service
21
View of Vehicle
24
View of Vehicle, Front Left (Example)
24
View of Vehicle, Rear Right (Example)
26
Serial Numbers
28
Vehicle Identification Number
28
Type Label
28
Engine Number
29
Key Number
29
Controls
30
Clutch Lever
30
Hand Brake Lever
31
Throttle Grip
32
Horn Button
32
Light Switch
33
High Beam Flasher Button
33
Turn Signal Switch
34
Emergency off Switch
35
Electric Starter Button
35
Ignition and Steering Lock
36
Locking the Steering
37
Unlocking the Steering
38
Opening Fuel Tank Filler Cap
38
Closing the Fuel Tank Filler Cap
40
Seat Lock
41
Tool Set
41
Grab Handles
42
Passenger Foot Pegs
42
Shift Lever
43
Foot Brake Lever
44
Side Stand
44
Ergonomics
46
Adjusting the Basic Position of the Hand Brake Lever
46
Adjusting the Basic Position of the Clutch Lever
47
Adjusting the Shift Lever
48
Combination Instrument
50
Activation and Test
51
Warnings
52
Indicator Lamps
57
Shift Warning Light
59
Display
61
Fuel Level Display
62
Coolant Temperature Indicator
63
Function Buttons
64
TRIP F Display
65
Info Display
66
ODO Display
67
Fuel Range
67
Service
68
Actual F.C
69
TRIP 1 Display
70
Time Trip 1
70
Average Speed Trip1
71
Avg F.C. Trip 1
72
TRIP 2 Display
73
Time Trip 2
73
Average Speed Trip2
74
Avg F.C. Trip 2
75
Setting the Units
75
Setting the Clock
77
Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM1
78
Adjusting the Shift Speed RPM2
79
Preparing for Use 9
81
Advice on Preparing for First Use
81
Running in the Engine
83
Loading the Vehicle
83
10 Riding Instructions
86
Checks and Maintenance Measures When Preparing for Use
86
Starting
87
Starting off
89
Shifting, Riding
90
Applying the Brakes
94
Stopping, Parking
96
Transport
98
Refueling
99
11 Service Schedule
102
Additional Information
102
Required Work
102
Recommended Work
105
12 Tuning the Chassis
106
Adjusting the Compression Damping of the Fork (R Model)
106
Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Fork (R Model)
107
Adjusting the Spring Pretension of the Fork (R Model)
108
Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Shock Absorber
109
Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber (R Model)
111
Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber (R Model)
112
Adjusting the Low-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber (R Model)
113
Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Shock Absorber (R Model)
114
13 Service Work on the Chassis
116
Raising the Motorcycle with Rear Lifting Gear
116
Removing the Rear of the Motorcycle from the Lifting Gear
116
Lifting the Motorcycle with the Front Lifting Gear
117
Taking the Motorcycle off the Front Lifting Gear
119
Bleeding the Fork Legs (R Model)
120
Cleaning the Dust Boots of the Fork Legs
121
Removing the Front Rider's Seat
123
Mounting the Front Rider's Seat
124
Removing the Passenger Seat
124
Mounting the Passenger Seat
125
Checking for Chain Dirt Accumulation
127
Cleaning the Chain
127
Checking the Chain Tension
129
Adjusting the Chain Tension
131
Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, and Engine Sprocket
133
Removing the Battery Cover
135
Mounting the Battery Cover
137
Removing the Front Spoiler
138
Fitting Front Spoiler
139
Removing the Left Side Cover
141
Installing the Left Side Cover
142
Removing the Right Side Cover
144
Installing the Right Side Cover
145
14 Brake System
146
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
146
Checking the Brake Discs
148
Checking the Front Brake Fluid Level
149
Adding the Front Brake Fluid
150
Checking the Front Brake Linings
153
Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level
154
Adding Rear Brake Fluid
155
Checking the Rear Brake Linings
159
Checking the Free Travel of Foot Brake Lever
160
Adjusting the Free Travel of the Foot Brake Lever
162
15 Wheels, Tires
164
Removing the Front Wheel
164
Installing the Front Wheel
165
Removing the Rear Wheel
167
Installing the Rear Wheel
169
Checking the Rear Hub Damping Rubber Pieces
171
Checking the Tire Condition
173
Checking Tire Pressure
175
Electrical System 16
177
Removing the 12-V Battery
177
Installing the 12-V Battery
179
Charging the 12-V Battery
180
Changing the ABS Fuses
183
Changing the Fuses of Individual Power Consumers
186
Changing the Low Beam Bulb
189
Changing the High Beam Bulb
191
Checking the Low Beam Headlight Adjustment
193
Checking the High Beam Headlight Adjustment
195
Adjusting the Headlight Range of the Low Beam
196
Adjusting the Headlight Range of the High Beam
197
Diagnostics Connector
198
Front ACC1 and ACC2
198
Cooling System 17
199
Checking the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank
201
Checking the Antifreeze and Coolant Level
203
Correcting the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank
206
Draining the Coolant
207
Filling/Bleeding the Cooling System
209
Changing the Coolant
212
18 Tuning the Engine
216
Checking the Clutch Lever Play
216
Adjusting Play in the Clutch Lever
218
19 Service Work on the Engine
220
Checking the Engine Oil Level
220
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter, Cleaning the Oil Screens
221
Adding Engine Oil
225
Cleaning, Care 20
227
Cleaning the Motorcycle
227
Checks and Maintenance Steps for Winter Operation
230
21 Storage
232
Preparing for Use after Storage
234
Troubleshooting 22
235
23 Technical Data
238
Engine
238
Engine Tightening Torques
239
Capacities
243
Engine Oil
243
Coolant
243
Fuel
244
Chassis
244
Electrical System
246
Tires
247
Fork
248
All Standard Models
248
R Model
248
Shock Absorber
249
All Standard Models
249
R Model
249
Chassis Tightening Torques
250
Substances 24
257
Auxiliary Substances 25
261
Standards 26
263
27 Index of Special Terms
264
List of Abbreviations 28
265
29 List of Symbols
266
Yellow and Orange Symbols
266
Green and Blue Symbols
266
Index
267
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Brand
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Model
RC 390 2019
Category
Motorcycle
Language
English
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