4-134EBU18992Adjusting the front shock absorber as-sembliesThe spring preload can be adjusted to suit the rid-er’s weight and the riding conditions.WARNINGEWB00400Always adjust the shock absorber assemblieson the left and right side to the same setting.Uneven adjustment can cause poor handlingand loss of stability, which could lead to an ac-cident.Adjust the spring preload as follows.Turn the spring preload adjusting ring in direction(a) to increase the spring preload and therebyharden the suspension, and in direction (b) to de-crease the spring preload and thereby soften thesuspension.TIPA special wrench can be obtained at a Yamahadealer to make this adjustment.1. Projection2. Seat holder1. Spring preload adjusting ring2. Position indicator
