Kawasaki KX65 - Owner's Manual - page 123
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Suspension Tuning According to Rider Weight
Heavy Rider
Harder Spring
Light Rider
Softer Spring
Suspension Tuning According the Type of
Course
Many Corners
Lower the front end slightly.
[Increase the amount of fork
tube protrusion above the
upper fork clamp by 5 mm (0.2
in.)]. This accelerates steering
and enhances turning ability.
Fast Course
Raise the front end slightly.
[Decrease the amount of fork
tube protrusion above the
upper fork clamp by 5 mm (0.2
in.)]. This slows down steering
and enhances stability at high
speed.
Deep Dips or
Sandy Ground
Raise the front end slightly to
gain stability.
Begin the actual on-track testing and evaluation
after making these preliminary adjustments.
Bear in mind the following points when readjusting
the suspension.
•
Always make changes in small steps.
•
The rider must be consistent in evaluating suspen-
sion performance.
•
A change in the front suspension might require
one in the rear suspension, and vise versa.
Front and Rear Suspension Compatibility
Inspection
Use this procedure to determine if the suspension
is balanced reasonably well.
•
Hold the motorcycle upright (remove the side
stand).
•
While standing next to the machine, lightly pull the
brake lever, place one foot on the footpeg closest
to you, and push down hard. If the motorcycle
stays level as the suspension is compressed, the
spring rates are well balanced.
•
Sit astride the motorcycle, take a riding posture
and check that the machine is in a horizontal po-
sition. If one end drops noticeably more than the
other, the front and rear are not compatible and
must be readjusted to achieve a better balance.