2009 Yamaha Motorsports VMAX Owners Manual - Page 41
2009 Yamaha Motorsports VMAX Manual
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INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS Compression damping force 1 (a) (b) Compression damping setting: Minimum (soft): 12 clicks in direction (b)* Standard: 10 clicks in direction (b)* Maximum (hard): 1 clicks in direction (b)* * With the adjusting knob fully turned in direction (a) ● ● 1. Compression damping force adjusting knob To increase the compression damping force and thereby harden the compression damping, turn the adjusting knob in direction (a). To decrease the compression damping force and thereby soften the compression damping, turn the adjusting knob in direction (b). TIP To obtain a precise adjustment, it is advisable to check the actual total number of clicks or turns of each damping force adjusting mechanism. This adjustment range may not exactly match the specifications listed due to small differences in production. EWA10221 flame or other high heat source. This may cause the unit to explode due to excessive gas pressure. Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any way. Cylinder damage will result in poor damping performance. Do not dispose of a damaged or worn-out shock absorber assembly yourself. Take the shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha dealer for any service. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 WARNING This shock absorber assembly contains highly pressurized nitrogen gas. Read and understand the following information before handling the shock absorber assembly. ● Do not tamper with or attempt to open the cylinder assembly. ● Do not subject the shock absorber assembly to an open 4-25