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1 Figure 1-40. Rear Shock Adjustment Figure 1-41. Spanner Wrench

Rear shock canister

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SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTS

REAR SHOCK PRELOAD SPECIALTY TOOL Spanner wrench The Softail rear shock absorber springs can be adjusted for the weight the motorcycle is to carry. There is a spanner wrench for this purpose. See Figure 1-40. Loosen the locknuts (2). 11WARNING 1WARNING Be sure both shock absorbers are adjusted to same pre- load position. Improper adjustment can adversely affect stability and handling, which could result in death or serious injury. (00036a) See Figure 1-41. Use the SPANNER WRENCH (Part No. 94455-89) and extend or compress the springs to the rider’s desired position. Mark the adjuster plates so you adjust both springs to the same position

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