2015 Polaris Sportsman Touring 570 SP Owners Manual - Page 131

2015 Polaris Sportsman Touring 570 SP Manual

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MAINTENANCE Camber and Caster The camber and caster are non-adjustable. Rear Spring The rear shock absorber spring is adjusted by rotating the cam either clockwise or counter-clockwise to increase or decrease spring tension. Front Spring (570 SP only) The front shock absorber spring is adjusted by rotating the cam either clockwise or counter-clockwise to increase or decrease spring tension. Cam Handlebars The handlebars can be adjusted for rider preference. High Tension Low Tension WARNING! Improper adjustment of the handlebars or incorrect torquing of the adjuster block tightening bolts can cause limited steering or loosening of the handlebars, resulting in loss of control and serious injury or death. Follow the adjustment procedures exactly, or see your POLARIS dealer for service. 1. Remove the upper headlight pod. 2. Loosen the four handlebar bolts. 3. Adjust the handlebar to the desired height. 4. Be sure the handlebars do not contact the gas tank or any other part of the machine when turned fully to the left or right. 5. Torque the front two bolts to 10-12 ft-lbs (14-17 Nm), then torque the rear two bolts. A gap of up to 1/8" (3 mm) will remain at the rear of the clamp blocks. Handlebar Bolts 129

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MAINTENANCE
Camber and Caster
The camber and caster are non-adjustable.
Rear Spring
The rear shock absorber spring is adjusted
by rotating the cam either clockwise or
counter-clockwise to increase or decrease
spring tension.
Front Spring (570 SP only)
The front shock absorber spring is adjusted
by rotating the cam either clockwise or
counter-clockwise to increase or decrease
spring tension.
Handlebars
The handlebars can be adjusted for rider
preference.
WARNING!
Improper adjustment of the
handlebars or incorrect torquing of the adjuster
block tightening bolts can cause limited steering or loosening of the handlebars,
resulting in loss of control and serious injury or death. Follow the adjustment
procedures exactly, or see your POLARIS dealer for service.
1.
Remove the upper headlight pod.
2.
Loosen the four handlebar bolts.
3.
Adjust the handlebar to the desired
height.
4.
Be sure the handlebars do not contact
the gas tank or any other part of the
machine when turned fully to the left
or right.
5.
Torque the front two bolts to 10-12
ft-lbs (14-17 Nm), then torque the
rear two bolts. A gap of up to 1/8” (3
mm) will remain at the rear of the
clamp blocks.
High
Tension
Low
Tension
Cam
Handlebar
Bolts