BMW R 1200 RT Service Manual download pdf (Page 72)

ection indicated by the HIGH

arrow.

If you want to reduce spring

preload, turn knob 1 in the dir-

ection indicated by the LOW

arrow.

Basic setting of spring

preload, rear

Knob at "STD" mark on

scale at side (Rider weigh-

ing 85 kg, motorcycle fully

fuelled)

Install the rear seat ( 75)

Damping

Setting

Damping must be adapted to suit

the surface on which the motor-

cycle is ridden and to suit spring

preload.

An uneven surface requires

softer damping than a smooth

surface.

An increase in spring preload

requires firmer damping, a re-

duction in spring preload re-

quires softer damping.

Adjusting damping for

rear wheel

Make sure the ground is level

and firm and place the motor-

cycle on its stand.

There is a risk of injury

by burns if you adjust the

damping characteristic while the

silencer is hot.

Use a screwdriver extension and

wear protective gloves.

Adjust the damping character-

istic, using the tool from the

on-board toolkit to turn adjust-

ing screw 1.

Operation

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