G Do not subject the shock absorber assembly to an open flame or other high heat source. This may cause the unit to explode due to ex- G Do not tamper with or attempt to open the cylinder assembly. This shock absorber assembly contains highly pressurized nitrogen gas. Read and under- stand the following information before han- dling the shock absorber assembly. EWB00430 EBU19100 Adjusting the rear shock absorber assembly The spring preload, rebound damping and com- pression damping forces of the rear shock absorb- er assembly can be adjusted to suit the rider’s weight and the riding conditions. Always adjust the shock absorber assemblies on the left and right side to the same setting.
Uneven adjustment can cause poor handling and loss of stability, which could lead to an ac- cident. EWB00400 WARNING WARNING 4-13 Spring preload 1. Loosen the locknut. 2. Turn the adjusting nut in direction (a) to in- crease the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, and in direction (b) to de- crease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension. cessive gas pressure. G Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any way. Cylinder damage will result in poor damping performance. G Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out shock absorber assembly yourself. Take the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha deal- er for any service. 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1