Adjusting The Shock Absorber - SWM SM 500 R E4 2018 Manual - Uso - Mantenimiento

ADJUSTING THE SHOCK ABSORBER

The rear shock absorber must be adjusted accord-
ing to the rider weight and track conditions.
Proceed as follows:
1. With the motorcycle on the ground in vertical po-
sition, measure the distance (A).
2. Take the normal riding position on the motorcycle
with all your riding apparel.
3. With somebody's help, take the new distance (A).
4. The difference between these two measure-
ments constitutes the "SAG" of the motorcycle's
rear end.
The recommended SAG is 0.98/1.18 (25-30 mm).
5. To get the right SAG according to your weight,
adjust the shock absorber spring preload as de-
scribed at side.
B: rear mudguard top height
C: rear wheel axle height
WARNING*: The shock absorber adjustment
affects both the stability and the handling of
the motorcycle. After changing the standard
suspension setting, ride with care. We advise
measuring the reference distance "A" before
making any change.
WARNING*: Never disassemble the shock ab-
sorber, which contains compressed gas. Con-
tact your SWM Dealer for any major service.
B
A
ADJUSTING THE SHOCK ABSORBER SPRING PRELOAD
Proceed as follows:
1. Remove the saddler and rear panel as described
in the relevant paragraphs.
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C
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