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EBU01164
Rear shock absorber adjustment
The spring preload and damping force of the
rear shock absorber can be adjusted to suit
the rider’s weight and riding conditions.
Adjust the spring preload as follows:
1. Loosen the locknut.
2. Turn the adjusting ring in direction
a
to
increase the spring preload and in direc-
tion
b
to decrease the spring preload.
1. Spring preload adjusting ring 2. Locknut
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
This shock absorber contains highly
pressurized nitrogen gas.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The shock absorber could explode,
causing injury or property damage. Cyl-
inder damage could also result in poor
handling which could cause an acci-
dent.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
●
Do not tamper with or attempt to
open the cylinder assembly.
●
Do not subject the shock absorber
to an open flame or other high heat.
●
Do not deform or damage the cylin-
der in any way.
●
Do not dispose of a damaged or
worn out shock absorber yourself.
Take the unit to a Yamaha dealer.
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