2014 Polaris 600 Switchback Assault Owners Manual - Page 51

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THE PERFECT FIT Suspension Adjustments Torsion Spring Preload To adjust rear torsion spring preload, rotate the three-position cam using the engine spark plug tool. Different rate torsion springs are available if a firmer ride is desired. Contact your dealer for more information. The following information is provided only as a guideline to be used for initial suspension set-up. Your set-up may vary based on your desired riding style. Soft (long end of cam to front) Medium (short end of cam up) Shock Compression Damping Compression damping can be adjusted at the front suspension and at the rear track shock. Make adjustments in 2-click increments, then test ride. When adjusting the front suspension, always adjust both clickers equally. To stop bottoming of the front or rear suspension (stiffer ride), rotate the clicker(s) clockwise two clicks (as viewed from the top of the clicker), then test ride. Repeat the adjustment until bottoming stops and the desired ride quality is achieved. For a more plush ride at the front or rear suspension, rotate the clicker(s) counterclockwise two clicks, then test ride. Repeat the adjustment until the desired ride quality is achieved. Firm (long end of cam up) Stiffer Softer Front Track Shock Rear Track Shock 49

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THE PERFECT FIT
Suspension Adjustments
Torsion Spring Preload
To adjust rear torsion spring preload,
rotate the three-position cam using the
engine spark plug tool. Different rate
torsion springs are available if a firmer
ride is desired. Contact your dealer for
more information.
The following information is provided
only as a guideline to be used for initial
suspension set-up. Your set-up may vary
based on your desired riding style.
Shock Compression Damping
Compression damping can be adjusted at
the front suspension and at the rear track
shock. Make adjustments in 2-click
increments, then test ride. When
adjusting the front suspension, always
adjust both clickers equally.
To stop bottoming
of the front or rear
suspension (stiffer ride), rotate the
clicker(s) clockwise two clicks (as viewed
from the top of the clicker), then test ride.
Repeat the adjustment until bottoming
stops and the desired ride quality is
achieved.
For a more plush ride
at
the front or rear
suspension, rotate the
clicker(s) counter-
clockwise two clicks,
then test ride. Repeat
the adjustment until the
desired ride quality is
achieved.
Soft
(long end of cam to front)
Medium
(short end of cam up)
Firm
(long end of cam up)
Stiffer
Softer
Rear Track Shock
Front Track
Shock