2006 Ducati Multistrada 620 Owners Manual - Page 131

E Rear shock absorber adjusters (fig. 31) The rear shock absorber is equipped with an adjuster (1), located on the right side, on the lower connection holding the shock absorber to the swingarm: this adjuster controls rebound damping. Turn the adjuster (1) clockwise to increase damping, or counter-clockwise to reduce damping. STANDARD setting of adjuster (1): turn the adjuster all the way in (clockwise), then slacken by 2 turns. By means of the two ring nuts, one for fastening (2) and one for adjustment (3), it is possible to adjust the external spring preload of the shock absorber by following the instructions below: slacken the fastening ring nut (2) and turn the adjuster ring nut (1) until the desired position is reached. Tighten the fastening ring nut (2). These operations serve to adjust chassis attitude to suit load conditions. 2 3 S H fig. 31 1 The shock absorber is filled with gas under pressure and may cause severe damage if taken apart by unskilled persons. 38