2003 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Owners Manual - Page 41
2003 Yamaha Motorsports Road Star Manual
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU00315 Spring preload: Minimum (soft): Distance A = 1.67 in (42.5 mm) Standard: XV16A(C)/XV16ALE(C)/ XV16AS(C) Distance A = 1.67 in (42.5 mm) XV16AT(C)/XV16ATLE(C) Distance A = 1.79 in (45.5 mm) Maximum (hard): Distance A = 2.02 in (51.5 mm) 3. Tighten the locknut to the specified torque. Tightening torque: Locknut: 25 ft·lbf (3.5 m·kgf, 35 Nm) EC000018 CAUTION: Always tighten the locknut against the adjusting nut, and then tighten the locknut to the specified torque. _ _ WARNING This shock absorber contains highly pressurized nitrogen gas. For proper handling, read and understand the following information before handling the shock absorber. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for property damage or personal injury that may result from improper handling. ● Do not tamper with or attempt to open the gas cylinder. ● Do not subject the shock absorber to an open flame or other high heat sources, otherwise it may explode due to excessive gas pressure. ● Do not deform or damage the gas cylinder in any way, as this will result in poor damping performance. ● Always have a Yamaha dealer service the shock absorber. @ @ 3 3-16