The standard adjuster setting for the average-build rider of 68 kg (150 lb) with no passenger and no accessories is the 10th click from the 1st click of the fully clockwise position.
The damping force can be left soft for average riding. But it should be adjusted harder for high speed riding or riding with a passenger. If the damping feels too soft or too stiff, adjust it in accordance with the following table.
Compression damping force adjustment
| Adjuster Position | Damping Force | Setting | Load | Road | Speed |
| 20 | Weak | Soft | Light | Good | Low |
| ↑ | ↑ | ↑ | ↑ | ↑ | ↑ |
| ↓ | ↓ | ↓ | ↓ | ↓ | ↓ |
| 1 | Strong | Hard | Heavy | Bad | High |
