VMX12 Service Manual - V-Max Outlaw

RECOMMENDED COMBINATIONS OF THE FRONT
FORK AND THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER SETTINGS/
STEERING HEAD INSPECTION/STEE RING HEAD ADJUSTMENT
RECOMMENDED COMBINATIONS OF THE FRONT FORK AND THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
SETTlNGS
Use this table as guidance to meet specific riding conditions and motorcycle load.
I I
B
Air pressure
39.2 58.8
(0.4 0.6
5.7 - 8.5 psi)
39.2 98.1
(0.4 1.0
5.7 14.2 psi)
Loading condition
Damping With With accessory
Spring seat Solo rider
adjuster passenger equipments
1or
3 5
39.2 98.1
(0.4 5
5.7 14.2 psi)
STEERING HEAD INSPECTION
With accessory
equip m ents
and passenger
Securely support the motorcycle so there is
no danaer of it fallina over.
1. Place the motorcycle on its centerstand,
then elevate the front wheel.
2. Check:
assembly bearings
Grasp the bottom of the forks and gently
rock the fork assembly back and forth.
Looseness Adjust steering head.
STEERING HEAD ADJUSTMENT
Securely support the motorcycle so there is no
danger of it falling over.
1. Elevate the front wheel by placing a suitable
stand under the engine.
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