User manual HUSQVARNA TXC 450

[. . . ] Reserves the right to change specifications, equipment, or designs at any time without notice and without incurring obligation. Illustrations in this manual are merely for demonstration purposes and could not exactly match the detail described. No part of this manual can de reproduced without permission in writing of the copyright holder. Unless specified, data and presciption are referred to all t he models. [. . . ] Remove plug (B) and turn register (A) clockwise until the position of fully closed is reached then, turn back by the mentioned clicks. To reset standard calibration turn register (C) clockwise to reach the position of fully closed; then, turn back by the mentioned clicks. C) AIR VENT (to carry out after each competition, or monthly). TXC-TC: Place the vehicle on a central stand, pull the fork all out, then remove the cap (E) and press the valve with a tip. WARNING: Never force the adjusting screws beyond the maximum opening and closure positions. OIL FORK LEVEL For the regular fork operation, both legs must be provided with the necessary oil quantity. Remove the forkrods form the fork to check the oil level inside the forkrods. Work as follows: - remove the power rod caps; - remove springs from the stems letting the oil drop into the latter; - bring forks to stroke end; - check that the level is at distance "A" below the upper limit of rods. NOTE Always replace both the spring and the spacers to keep the preload value unchanged. HANDLEBAR POSITION AND HEIGHT CHANGE The handlebar position (a) and height (b) can be changed for better suiting Your driving requirements. To effect these operations, remove the upper clamp (1) and the lower one (2), after removing the fixing srews (3) and (4). A) Handlebar position change Turn the lower clamp (2) 180° to move forward or backward (10mm- 0. B) Handlebar height change Remove the lower spacer (A) then replace the screw (4) with a new one of L=65 mm (2. Once these operations are completed, tighten the screws (3) to 2, 75-3, 05 kgm (27-30 Nm; 19. ADJUSTING THE SHOCK ABSORBER The rear shock absorber must be adjusted according to the rider weight and track conditions. With motorcycle on the stand, measure distance (A). Take the normal riding position on the motorcycle with all your riding apparel. With somebody's help, take the new distance (A). The difference between these two measurements constitutes the "SAG" of the motorcycle's rear end. To get the right SAG according to your weight, adjust the shock absorber spring preload as described at side. First turn counterclockwise fastening rear pin (1) then remove saddle, screws (2) and R. When the adjusting operation is over (according to your weight and riding style), tighten the ringnut. [. . . ] Drive chain Check level Check level Check / Restore level Check for leakage Check operation Check / Replace Check and adjust Check level Check operation Check lines for leakage Check operation Check / Adjust play Check operation Check / Adjust Check / Adjust J JA J J JAA J J J J J J J J J J Tyres Side stand Side stand switch Electrical equipment Instrument panel Lights / Visual signals Horn Headlight Ignition switch Locks Screws and nuts Hose clamps General lubrication General test Check pressure Check operation Check operation Check operation Check operation Check operation Check operation Check operation Check operation Check operation Check / Tighten Check / Tighten J J J J J J J J J J J J J J EN A : only for motorcycles with 2 stroke engine AA : only for some models This warranty extends to the first person who buys this exhaust system for purposes other than resale, and to all subsequent buyers. Tampering warning Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited. Federal law prohibits the following acts or causing thereof: (1) The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance, repair, or replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use, and (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person. Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below. [. . . ]