Specifications

However, this set can be modified for specific needs according to vehicle use.
ALLOW ENGINE AND EXHAUST SILENCER TO COOL OFF BEFORE OPERATING THE SET
SCREWS.
NOTE
TO COUNT THE NUMBER OF CLICKS AND/OR TURNS OF THE SET SCREWS (1-2) ALWAYS
START FROM THE MOST RIGID SETTING (SET SCREW FULLY CLOCKWISE).
USE THE SET SCREWS (1-2) AS REFERENCES FOR ADJUSTING THE HYDRAULIC COMPRES-
SION / REBOUND DAMPING.
GRADUALLY TURN THE SET SCREWS (1 -2) ONE NOTCH AT A TIME.
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Using the specific spanner available at any Moto Guzzi Official Dealer, unscrew the locking
ring nut (4).
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Operate on the ring nut (3) to adjust preloading for spring (A).
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Once adjusted, tighten the locking ring nut (4).
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Turn the screw (1) to adjust the shock absorber hydraulic rebound damping.
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Turn the screw (2) to adjust the shock absorber hydraulic compression damping.
CAUTION
SET THE SPRING PRELOADING AND THE REBOUND DAMPING OF THE SHOCK ABSORBERS
ACCORDING TO THE VEHICLE USE CONDITIONS. IF THE SPRING PRELOADING IS IN-
CREASED, IT IS NECESSARY TO INCREASE THE REBOUND DAMPING ACCORDINGLY TO
AVOID SUDDEN JERKS WHEN RIDING. IF NECESSARY, CONTACT AN OFFICIAL Moto Guzzi
DEALER. TRY RIDING THE VEHICLE ON THE STREET UNTIL THE OPTIMUM ADJUSTMENT IS
OBTAINED.
SHOCK ABSORBER ADJUSTMENT
Specification
Desc./Quantity
Length of (pre-loaded) spring (A) 161 mm (6.34 in)
Rebound adjustment, ring nut (1) open (**) 17 clicks from fully closed (*)
Compression adjustment, screw (2) open (**) 1.5 turns from fully closed (*)
(*) = clockwise
(**) = anticlockwise
Removing
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Secure the vehicle handlebar from the
front with a hoist.
GRISO 8V - 1200 Suspensions
SUSP - 209
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