Loosen the locknut and turn out the adjusting nut to free the spring.
Special Tool - Steering Stem Nut Wrenches: 57001-1100 (2)
Measure the spring free length.
Spring free length. Standard: 191.5 mm
To adjust the spring preload, turn in the adjusting nut [A] to the desired position and tighten the locknut [B].
- [C] Spring Length
Spring preload setting:
Standard: Spring length 180 mm
Usable Range: Spring length 182 to 170 mm
The standard adjusting nut setting for an average-build rider of 68 kg (150 lb) with no passenger and no accessories is 180 mm spring length.
If the spring action feels too soft or too stiff, adjust it.