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31-07-06, 08:27 AM

I have recently passed my test and bought my first bike, an SV650 which is now my pride and joy.
Unfortunately the bike came without a manual, I have looked at the one in the FAQ pages of this site but don't seem to be able to find what I'm after.
How do I adjust the rear suspension prior to carrying a pillion?
I've read some of the comments on this site saying not to bother but I weigh 14.5 stone and the pillion I took last night weighed about the same. Cornering and roundabouts felt decidely shakey, although they did improve as I became more confident and attacked them with more speed.
I'm aware slow riding and balance is more difficult with a pillion but would raising the suspension improve on my experience last night.
If so, as above, how exactly do I do it (please bear in mind when replying that I'm technically totally incompetent).
Cheers.....

31-07-06, 08:27 AM	#1
francd1 Guest Posts: n/a	How do I adjust rear spring for Pillions I have recently passed my test and bought my first bike, an SV650 which is now my pride and joy. Unfortunately the bike came without a manual, I have looked at the one in the FAQ pages of this site but don't seem to be able to find what I'm after. How do I adjust the rear suspension prior to carrying a pillion? I've read some of the comments on this site saying not to bother but I weigh 14.5 stone and the pillion I took last night weighed about the same. Cornering and roundabouts felt decidely shakey, although they did improve as I became more confident and attacked them with more speed. I'm aware slow riding and balance is more difficult with a pillion but would raising the suspension improve on my experience last night. If so, as above, how exactly do I do it (please bear in mind when replying that I'm technically totally incompetent). Cheers.....