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

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Rear Shock Preload Inspection

Periodically inspect rear shock preload. For the most comfortable ride and proper ground clearance, adjust preload according to following table.
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  1. Identify the combined weight of rider, passenger, and cargo.
  2. Determine shock preload by measuring the amount of exposed thread on the shock body behind the jam nut. See the table below for measurement based on weight.
  3. Adjust preload as needed to achieve dimension specified in the table below. To adjust, See Rear Shock Preload Adjustment.
Combined Weight of Rider, Passenger, and Cargo Dimension
125 lbs (57 kg) 0 mm
150 lbs (68 kg) 2 mm
175 lbs (79 kg) 5 mm
200 lbs (91 kg) 8 mm
225 lbs (102 kg) 10 mm
250 lbs (113 kg) 13 mm
275 lbs (125 kg) 15 mm
300 lbs (136 kg) 17 mm
325 lbs (147 kg) 20 mm
350 lbs (159 kg) 22 mm
375 lbs (170 kg) 25 mm
400 lbs (181 kg) 27 mm
425 lbs (196 kg) 30 mm

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