Elka suspension Manuel De L'utilisateur page 12

6. Adjustment procedures: PRELOAD
PRELOAD (RIDE HEIGHT) ADJUSTMENT:
A preload adjustment ring is located under the head of the
shock (see p.6-7 for location). This ring is used to increase or
decrease the initial tension on the spring and therefore, the
ride-height of the vehicle, also referred to as frame clearance.
Frame clearance is the distance between the ground and the
chassis. While the height of the vehicle is a matter of
personal driver preference, the vehicle needs to be as level as
possible to be in balance.
HOW TO ADJUST THE PRELOAD :
- First, you might need to remove the seat on some models to
access the preload ring
- Then loosen the set-screw on the preload ring using the
provided 3mm Allen key.
- Turn the preload ring CLOCKWISE TO INCREASE THE
PRELOAD (raise the vehicle) using the provided tool.
- Turn the preload ring COUNTER-CLOCKWISE TO REDUCE THE
PRELOAD (lower the vehicle) using the provided tool.
- When the adjustment is complete, tighten back the set-
screw to lock the preload ring.
Increasing the preload will raise the vehicle and increase
frame clearance. This will result in a more responsive ride. Be
careful not to apply too much preload. This can cause "coil
binding", which is when the coils of the spring rub against
each other under compression. This can damage the spring,
the shock and can be dangerous for the rider.
Reducing the preload will lower the vehicle and decrease
frame clearance. This will result in a smoother ride but the
bike might come in contact with the ground more often. The
preload should always be enough to keep the spring strongly
in place.
NOTE: Be careful when adjusting the preload after the engine has been running. The
exhaust pipe and shock body can be hot and may cause severe injuries. Be careful and
use gloves or proper protection equipment.
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