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hi all,
can someone tell me if adjusting the preload on rear suspension on 07 sv650s k7 is a big job as my tip toe only touch ground and i need it lower to have more control ? cheers guys |
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You need to lower the bike height , not alter the suspension pre-load setting.
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the bar labelled A on this.
http://attach.kawiforums.com/2006/05...733-0-7360.jpg Longer ones lower the bike, shorter ones raise it. Sorry if you know already, but thought it'd help. (do a search on here to see what size you need) Ste
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Preload might help a bit, but it's a bodge.
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Good advice from everyone there - assuming the preload is correct presently.
If not, then there may be some lowering of the bike when it's set right.
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