How do you increase preload on a Harley Davidson?

How do you increase preload on a Harley Davidson?

The stopped position is the minimum preload. Rotate the preload adjustment knob clockwise the recommended number of turns (see table below) to increase the preload for the total weight of the rider, passenger, and cargo. The knob clicks at each half turn. Install the left saddlebag.

Where is the preload knob on a Harley Davidson?

There is no knob under the right saddle bag. Remove the left saddlebag. Rotate the preload adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops. The stopped position is the minimum preload.

How to adjust Harley Davidson Street Glide touring rear suspension?

You only need to adjust this knob to adjust the entire rear suspension system on the Street Glide Special. There is no knob under the right saddle bag. Remove the left saddlebag. Rotate the preload adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops. The stopped position is the minimum preload.

How do you install shock absorber on Harley Davidson?

Install the lockwasher to the lower shock bolt and then the flat washer. Apply Loctite 243 to the bolt threads. 4. See Figure 3. Install the shock absorber (1) on the left side of the vehicle with the preload adjustment knob toward the front as shown in Figure 2. Start the bolt into the swingarm mount. 5.

How to adjust suspension on a Harley Davidson?

Laidlaw’s Harley-Davidson Keith Hurt and Jamie Myers demonstrate the proper way to adjust the new suspension found on Touring and Sportster Chassis Motorcycles. Make sure your taking advantage on the maximum ride quality your new Harley-Davidson is capable of. Loading…

How big is the air shock bracket on a Harley Davidson?

Save the air valve bracket assembly if you plan to reuse the air shocks. Install the screw to the frame rail and saddlebag support and tighten to 20.3–27.1 N·m (15–20 ft-lbs). If wire harness is secured to air shock bracket with a cable strap, remove cable strap.

Install the lockwasher to the lower shock bolt and then the flat washer. Apply Loctite 243 to the bolt threads. 4. See Figure 3. Install the shock absorber (1) on the left side of the vehicle with the preload adjustment knob toward the front as shown in Figure 2. Start the bolt into the swingarm mount. 5.

Where can I buy a Harley Davidson fitment kit?

For model fitment information, see the P&A Retail Catalog or the Parts and Accessories section of www.harley-davidson.com (English only). Separate purchase of LOCTITE ® 243 Threadlocker and Sealant – Blue (99642-97) for proper installation of this kit.