2003 Yamaha Motorsports SXViper Mountain Owners Manual - Page 73

ESU00191 Ski spring preload adjustment The spring preload can be adjusted by turning the spring preload adjuster 1. For SXV70/SXV70ER CD-11E Spring seat length Preload a Length Standard Long Hard Short Soft Maximum Minimum 138.5 mm 128.5 mm 118.5 mm (5.45 in) (5.06 in) (4.76 in) For SXV70M CD-11E Spring seat length Preload a Length Standard Long Hard Short Soft Maximum Minimum 125.5 mm 115.5 mm 105.5 mm (4.94in) (4.55 in) (4.15 in) CAUTION: @ The left and right ski spring preload must be set to the same pressure. Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of stability. @ WARNING @ This shock absorber contains highly pressurized nitrogen gas. It could explode by improper handling, causing injury, or property damage. G Do not tamper with or attempt to open the shock absorber. G Do not subject the shock absorber to an open flame or other high heat source, which could cause it to explode. G Do not deform or damage the shock absorber in any way. G Do not dispose of a worn or damaged shock absorber by yourself. Take the unit to a Yamaha dealer. @ 8-19