Can-Am 2009 Outlander 500 EFI Operator's Manual - Tune Your Ride
TUNE YOUR RIDE
WARNING
Suspension adjustment could af-
fect vehicle handling. Always take
time to familiarize yourself with
the vehicle's behavior after any
suspension adjustment have been
made.
Suspension Adjustment
Your vehicle handling and comfort de-
pend upon suspension adjustments.
Choice of suspension adjustments
vary with driver's weight, personal
preference, riding speed and field con-
dition.
WARNING
The left and right shock adjust-
ment cams on front or rear sus-
pension must always be set to the
same position. Never adjust one
adjusting cam only. Uneven ad-
justment can cause poor handling
and loss of stability, which could
lead to an accident.
Spring Preload Adjustment
NOTE:
Front shocks are not adjustable
on Outlander MAX 500 models.
Adjust spring preload by turning adjust-
ing cam accordingly, with the adjusting
wrench in vehicle tool kit.
Turn the adjusting cams clockwise for a
firmer ride and rough road condition or
when carrying cargo or pulling a trailer.
Turn the adjusting cams counterclock-
wise for a light load and a smooth road
condition.
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TYPICAL — REAR SHOCKS
1. Adjusting cams
2. Smooth adjustment
3. Hard adjustment
While reading this Operator’s Guide, reminder that:
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious
injury or death.
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