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lowering bike with rear shock - 8/24/2008 3:47:45 PM

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I would like to lower my bike a 1/2 inch. From what I''ve read, this can be done by adjusting the rear spring setting. How do I change the setting? I see the numbers, and it looks like it''s set on 3 ( I think ) . I''d like to lower it to 2, and see how much of a difference that makes, but I can''t figure out how to adjust it. My bike didn''t come with the manual, but I do have the tool kit. Anyone feel like giving me a step by step? I''d appreciate it.

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RE: lowering bike with rear shock - 8/24/2008 4:24:25 PM

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that sets the preload for the rear shock. It could lower the bike roughly 1/2" but it would feel like you were riding on marshmallows unless you weigh like 90lbs lol.

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RE: lowering bike with rear shock - 8/25/2008 11:27:49 AM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: PlayfulGod

that sets the preload for the rear shock. It could lower the bike roughly 1/2" but it would feel like you were riding on marshmallows unless you weigh like 90lbs lol.

Well, lol, Not much more than that.. I''m only 125 lbs.. I want to try it and see how it goes. If i dont like it, I''ll just have the local honda shop drop the bike for me. Ok so how do I change the preload?

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RE: lowering bike with rear shock - 8/25/2008 12:47:24 PM

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Use the tool that looks like a question mark (?). Right above the numbers on the preload adjustment are holes that the tool hooks into. Turn to the number you want. Nothing to it.

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RE: lowering bike with rear shock - 8/25/2008 12:57:33 PM

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Use the tool that looks like a question mark (?). Right above the numbers on the preload adjustment are holes that the tool hooks into. Turn to the number you want. Nothing to it.

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