Content Source: 2020 Indian FTR 1200 Owner’s Manual (9931391 R02) > Maintenance Chapter

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Rear Shock Preload Adjustment

  1. Place the motorcycle in an upright position with the front wheel clamped in a wheel vise.
  2. Using shock spanner wrench (2884176) loosen the lock nut by turning it counter-clockwise (as viewed from the top of the shock).
  3. Spray a light lubricant on the adjuster nut where it contacts the spring.
  4. Adjust shock preload by rotating the adjuster nut clockwise (as viewed from the top of the shock) to INCREASE preload (firm) or counter-clockwise to DECREASE preload (softer).

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  5. Recheck the preload measurement after adjusting.
  6. Tighten the lock nut securely against the adjuster nut.

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