User manual GAS GAS EC FSE 400 2003 SERVICE MANUAL

[. . . ] SERVICE MANUAL SERVICE MANUAL ENGLISH Foreword Congratulations for choosing this GAS GAS, wich has been developed through GAS GAS, to produce a light weight, high performance machine with superb handling and stability for racing and sporting use. Your new GAS GAS is a highly tuned production racer for participation in racing events. As with any mechanical device, proper care and maitennance are important for trouble-free operation and top performance. This guide is written to enable you to keep your GAS GAS properly tuned and adjusted. [. . . ] - Install the top cap bolt (3) on the top of the fork tube and tighten it to 29 N-m. - Install removed parts. EC FSE 2003 -36- Shock Rebound Dampening Adjustment Rear shock Absorber o adjust shock rebound dampening, turn the rebound dampening adjuster on the rear shock absorber lower end until you feel a click. The total number of adjustments is: 60 ¨CLICKS¨. The standard setting is: 25 ¨CLICKS¨. (Counterclockwise from fully closed). (1) (1). Fork tube height REAR SUSPENSION The rear suspension system of this motorcycle is single shock. It consist of a rear shock absorber, swing arm, tie rods and rocker arm. In general the operating characteristics of the single shock are similar to the front fork. But, in achieving progressive spring characteristics a linkage system is used. To suit various riding conditions, the spring preload of the shock absorber can be adjusted or the spring can be replaced with an optional one. Also the dampening force can be adjusted easily so changing oil viscosity is unnecessary. (A). Rebound dampening adjuster Shock compression dampening adjustment To adjust schock compression dampening, turn the adjuster screw on the gas reservoir until you feel a (click). The total number of adjustments is: 60 ¨CLICKS¨. The standard setting is: 30 ¨CLICKS¨. (Counterclockwise from fully closed). EC FSE 2003 -37- (A) Suspension spring The standard spring is a 4. 0. The standard spring preload length is 258 mm. (A) (C) (A). Compression dampening adjuster Adjusting the spring - Remove the seat, right and left side number plates. - Loosen the air cleaner duct clamp screw. - Remove the rear subframe with the air cleaner box. (B) (B) - Tighten the locknut (ring) securely. - After adjustment, move the spring up and down to make sure that the spring is seated. Rear Shock Absorber Spring Replacement In addigtion to the standard spring, harder and softer springs are available. If the standard spring is improper for your purpose, select a proper one according to the rider´s weight or course conditions. [. . . ] f) The vehicle has been stored or transported in a way that does not meet the corresponding technical requirements. g) The vehicle has been used for competitions, races or attempts at any record whatsoever. Exclusion from warranty The following items shall be excluded from warranty: a) wear and tear parts including, without limitation, sparks plugs, batteries, fuel filters, oil filter elements, driving chains, engine sprockets, rear sprockets, air filters, brake discs, brake pads, clutch discs, lamps, fuses, carbon brushes, footrest rubbers, tires, tubes, cables and other rubber components. EC FSE 2003 -61- b) Lubricants (e. g. oil, grease, etc. ) and operating fluids (e. g. [. . . ]