2003 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1100 Custom Owners Manual - Page 38
2003 Yamaha Motorsports V Star 1100 Custom Manual
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS EAU03194 Adjusting the shock absorber assembly The shock absorber assembly is located under the rider seat and is equipped with a spring preload adjusting ring. EC000015 3 1. Storage compartment cover To close the storage compartment 1. Place the storage compartment cover in its original position as shown. 2. Turn the key counterclockwise, remove it, and then close the lock cover. CAUTION: Never attempt to turn an adjusting mechanism beyond the maximum or minimum settings. _ _ 1. Quick fastener (× 3) Adjust the spring preload as follows. 1. Remove the rider seat. (See page 3-11 [XVS1100] or 3-13 [XVS1100A] for rider seat removal and installation procedures.) 2. Remove each quick fastener from the ignitor unit panel by pushing the center in with a screwdriver, then pulling the fastener out. 3-15