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Mounting Instructions SU 717_0
Issued 2008-05-27
This instruction and other documents
can be downloaded from www.ohlins.com
Mounting Instructions
Before installing this product, read the Öhlins Owner’s Manual!
Installingashockabsorberthatisnot
approvedbythevehiclemanufacturer
mayaffectthestabilityofyourvehicle.
Installingashockabsorberthatisnot
approvedbythevehiclemanufacturer
mayaffectthestabilityofyourvehicle.
Installingashockabsorberthatisnot
approvedbythevehiclemanufacturer
mayaffectthestabilityofyourvehicle.
Installingashockabsorberthatisnot
approvedbythevehiclemanufacturer
mayaffectthestabilityofyourvehicle.
Öhlins Racing AB, Box 722, S-194 27 Upplands Väsby, Sweden.
Phone +46 8 590 025 00 Fax +46 8 590 025 80
www.ohlins.com
with set-up data
Spring Preload
Turn the hydraulic adjuster knob to set the spring
preload. Turn clockwise to increase the preload
and turn counter clockwise to decrease.
Compression Damping
Adjust by turning the knob on top of the
reservoir. Turn clockwise to increase damping,
turn counter clockwise to decrease.
Rebound Damping
Turn the wheel on the piston shaft above the
end eye/ bracket. Turn clockwise to increase
damping, turn counter clockwise to decrease.
NOTE!
When delivered the Öhlins shock absorber is dialed
to the recommended settings for the specific vehicle
model. If you have changed the setting, reset according
to the following:
The adjuster has a right hand thread. Turn the adjuster
clockwise to fully closed (pos. zero [0]). Turn counter
clockwise to open and count the clicks until you reach
the recommended number. See Set-up Data.
CAUTION!
Do not use force, delicate sealing surfaces can be
damaged. Handtighten only.
Length Adjustment
We advise to remove the shock absorber from
the vehicle before adjusting the length. Use
two 24 mm wrenches. Hold the upper nut with
one hand and at the same time loosen the lock
nut (lower nut). Turn the end eye/bracket to the
desired length.
Tightening torque 40 Nm.
WARNING!
Remember to lock the lock nut after adjusting the
length.
WARNING!
The adjustable end eye/bracket must not be threaded
out more than that the groove is fully visible beneath the
lock nut. This is maximum length. After adjusting, make
sure that the lock nut is tightened.
Set-up Data
Spring preload 15 mm
Rebound damping 14 clicks
Compression damping 12 clicks
Shock absorber length 330 +5 mm
Stroke 67.5 mm
Spring 01095-54
(140 N/mm)
Free spring length 180 mm
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ADJUSTMENTS
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Kit Contents:
Part No. Pcs.
Shock absorber SU717 1
Tie wrap 00231-01 2
Screw M10x1.25 00439-02 1
Screw M8 01046-25 1
Öhlins Sticker 00192-01 2
Memo Notes Sticker 01180-01 1
Owner’s Manual 07241-02 1
Before installing this shock absorber,
check the contents of the kit listed
below. If anything is missing, please
contact your nearest Öhlins dealer.
SHOCK ABSORBER SU717
for Suzuki Hayabusa
During storage and transportation,
especially at high ambient temperature,
some of the oil and grease used
for assembling may leak and stain
the packaging. This is in no way
detrimental to the product, wipe off the
excessive oil/grease with a cloth.
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Groove
