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Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Owners Manual: Spring pre-load adjustment

Suzuki GSX-R. Spring pre-load adjustment


To change the spring pre-load, turn the adjuster 1 clockwise or counterclockwise. Turning the adjuster clockwise will increase the spring pre-load. Turning the adjuster counterclockwise will decrease the spring pre-load.

There are five grooved lines on the side of the adjuster 1 for reference.

Position 5 provides the minimum spring pre-load and position 0 provides the maximum pre-load. This motorcycle is delivered from the factory with its adjuster set on position 4.

Suzuki GSX-R. Spring pre-load adjustment


Suzuki GSX-R. Spring pre-load adjustment


Suzuki GSX-R. Spring pre-load adjustment


  1. Position 0
  2. Position 4
  3. Position 5
Front suspension
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