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05-05-18, 07:59 PM

Hi,
I have a 2016 SV650 (6000 miles) and I'm a small rider, 5ft5 and Just under 10 stone (138 lbs).

I was wondering if I should reduce the preload on the rear shock, it does feel quite clunky over bumps. When I sit on the bike it only compresses about an inch. I think reducing the preload may help. Does anyone have any advice as well as what size hook wrench would fit?

Thanks again.

Edit: I am stupid, I didn't realise there was a wrench in the toolkit, I have adjusted for testing.

05-05-18, 07:59 PM	#1
Frank_drebbin Guest Posts: n/a	Rear preload for a lighter rider? Hi, I have a 2016 SV650 (6000 miles) and I'm a small rider, 5ft5 and Just under 10 stone (138 lbs). I was wondering if I should reduce the preload on the rear shock, it does feel quite clunky over bumps. When I sit on the bike it only compresses about an inch. I think reducing the preload may help. Does anyone have any advice as well as what size hook wrench would fit? Thanks again. Edit: I am stupid, I didn't realise there was a wrench in the toolkit, I have adjusted for testing. Last edited by Frank_drebbin; 05-05-18 at 08:08 PM.