2004 Yamaha Motorsports Big Bear 400 Owners Manual - Page 40
2004 Yamaha Motorsports Big Bear 400 Manual
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EBU01104 Front shock absorber adjustment The spring preload can be adjusted to suit the rider's weight and riding conditions. Adjust the spring preload as follows. To increase the spring preload, turn the adjusting ring in direction a. To decrease the spring preload, turn the adjusting ring in direction b. NOTE: A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer to make this adjustment. _ _ Standard position: B A - Minimum (soft) E - Maximum (hard) WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improper shock absorber adjustment. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Uneven adjustment can cause poor handling and loss of stability, which could lead to an accident. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always adjust the shock absorbers on the left and right side to the same setting. 1. Spring preload adjusting ring 2. Position indicator 4-17