User Guide

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use and maintenance Atlantic 500
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REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT
The rear suspension is managed by two shock
absorbers that control compression and
rebound damping. The shock absorbers are
connected to the engine through silent
blocks.
Factory setting is designed to suit riders
weighing about 70 Kg. Turn the ring nut (1)
using the supplied lockring wrench to change
setting so as to meet individual requirements
(see chart).
Both shock absorbers must be set to the
same setting.
REAR SUSPENSION SPRING PRELOAD
SETTING CHART
CHECKING THE STEERING
Read page 40 (MAINTENANCE) carefully.
Check the steering for play from time to time.
Check as follows:
◆ Place the vehicle on the centre stand.
NOTE Provide a support of adequate height
and width to support the vehicle safely.
◆ Place the support under the vehicle. Put
some padding on the support to avoid
damage. The support must prevent the
vehicle from falling, while the front wheel
should be able to move freely.
Increases
spring
preload
Stiffer
Smooth or
normal
Carrying a
passenger
Reduces
spring
preload
Softer
Uneven
Riding solo
CAUTION
Adjusting Rotate Rotate
ring nut (arrow A) (arrow B)
Effect
Vehicle
setting
Road
surface
Recomm.
when