TUNING THE CHASSIS 12
109
A00277-10
(R model)
–
Loosen screw
1
.
–
Set the spring preload by turning adjusting ring
2
using a
suitable tool.
Guideline
Spring preload
Standard 8 mm (0.31 in)
–
Tighten screw
1
.
Guideline
Screw, shock
absorber adjusting
ring
M6 3.5 Nm
(2.58 lbf ft)
12.5 Compression damping of the shock absorber (R model)
The compression damping of the shock absorber is divided into two ranges: high-speed and low-speed.
High-speed and low-speed refer to the compression speed of the rear wheel suspension and not to the vehicle
speed.
The high-speed setting, for example, has an effect when riding over an asphalt edge: the rear wheel suspension
compresses quickly.
The low-speed setting, for example, has an effect when riding over long ground swells: the rear wheel suspension
compresses slowly.