MACHINE TUNING 4-9
FRONT FORK TUNING
The front fork compression and rebound damping force, and oil
level are adjustable for rider’s preference, rider’s weight and
course condition.
NOTE:
* Break-in new front forks before attempting adjustment.
* Be sure to adjust both right and left front forks equally.
* Inspect the following items before attempting adjustment.
* Front fork air pressure adjustment. (2-20)
* Front fork damage and oil leakage. (2-20)
* Tire pressure. (2-21)
* Tire and wheel damage. (2-21)
* Spoke nipple tension and rim lock tightness. (2-21, -22)
* Steering movement. (2-20)
COMPRESSION DAMPING FORCE
ADJUSTMENT
• Turn the adjuster screw clockwise until it stops (full hard posi-
tion).
• Turn the adjuster screw counterclockwise. 8th position is the
standard position.
Compression damping force adjuster
Standard setting: 8 clicks turn back
REBOUND DAMPING FORCE ADJUSTMENT
• Turn the adjuster screw clockwise until it stops (full hard posi-
tion).
• Turn the adjuster screw counterclockwise. 11th position is the
standard position.
Rebound damping force adjuster
Standard setting: 11 clicks turn back
Hard
Soft
Hard
Soft
Soft