2002 Polaris Universal Snowmobile Owners Manual - Page 46

THE PERFECT FIT Front Suspension Adjustments Break in the suspension for approximately 150 miles (240 km) and re-grease all suspension parts before fine-tuning adjustments are made. Settings will vary from rider to rider, depending on rider weight, vehicle speed, riding style, and trail conditions. We recommend starting with factory settings and then customizing each adjustment individually to suit rider preference. The machine should be methodically tested under the same conditions after each adjustment (trail and snow conditions, vehicle speed, riding position, etc.) until the best ride is achieved. Adjustments should be made to one area at a time in order to properly evaluate the change. All snowmobile suspensions have a front and a rear suspension, each of which has adjustment options. Independent Front Suspension (IFS) The IFS is made up of the skis (1), front shocks and springs (2), and the components that connect these parts to both the steering, such as the radius rods (3), and to the machine itself, such as the trailing arms (4). Front suspension adjustment options are limited to the front shocks and springs. NOTE: Although the front suspension on your machine may not look exactly like the illustration, it will have the same parts and functions as those illustrated. 1 2 3 4 IFS Adjustment Options DFront shock spring preload DOptional springs DOptional valving (if equipped with RYDE FXt or Foxt Shocks) DIndy Select (if equipped) 44