Look at the bottom of each shock and you will see a ramp with 5 indents. Simply twist the shock to move it to the next position. I can do it with my hands, but there should be a tool in the toolkit specifically for that if you need more leverage.Andre said:It didn't come with an owners manual so would someone mind telling me where the preload adjustment is (assuming there is one)?
I think that you will find that THE grin is never going to wear off!!Andre said:Thanks all. It's going to take a while for the silly grin to wear off my face.![]()
Andre,Andre said:I traded my 400 in for the 650
It didn't come with an owners manual
Janine, it's a Japanese model Skywave 650 so even if I'd gotten a manual I'd only be able to look at the pictures. :? It's second hand but only had about 840km on it. AN400's and AN650's are not sold here officially but a nearby bike dealer imports a few of them every now and then. So getting an English manual locally is pretty much impossible.JKerstinJ said:Since you purchased the 650 from a dealer you should have received an owners manual. If the 650 was used ask the dealer to get you a manual. If it was new TELL the dealer he owes you the manual. Either way get one and read it. Your pre-ride check list is covered inside along with other useful information.
Have fun on you new 650 and don't forget to give it a name.
Janine
I think I'm starting to get the hang of it, but 4 years of riding the 400 has got me used to just closing the throttle and coasting.NormanB said:Hey Andre
Congrats on the Lardy - the engine braking is quite something - but I like it.![]()
Ahah, so that's what the wire strap thing is, thanks. The tool bag is there too, but I haven't opened it up to check inside yet. Cool, now I know where to find the battery too.NormanB said:Have you looked under the seat yet - if the dealer did not hand over the manual best you check you have the tool bag, the adjustment wrench for the rear shockers and the wire strop for securing the motorcycle helmet (if anyone uses that :wink: ) - these all sit on the wee platform just aft of the battery.
Power mode is essential when riding constant tight curves, particularly in hilly terrain. This is generally low to medium speed riding, but quite technical. Under those conditions, the machine feels awkward in Auto Mode, but absolutely rocks in Power Mode. That is about the only time I use it. When used appropriately, it doesn't put that big a hit on fuel mileage. But if you just rode around constantly in Power Mode, or used it every time you accelerated from stand still, you'd be correct, you would most certainly see a drop in mileage.Andre said:The power mode is fun though. I suppose it guzzles fuel when you use power mode a lot?
Nope - but hopefully this weekend I may get a wee ride in.Andre said:Have you been able to ride yours some more yet Norman?
Ypu should be able to order an English manual online -- the Burgman 650 and Skywave 650 are identical except for the name badges.Andre said:...it's a Japanese model Skywave 650 so even if I'd gotten a manual I'd only be able to look at the pictures....AN400's and AN650's are not sold here officially...So getting an English manual locally is pretty much impossible.
Hmm, neither of those ship to SA. Will keep looking. 8)Brian said:Try ronayers.com or oniedasuzuki.com. The manuals are small, so it shouldn't cost much to mail them to South Africa.
If you can't find another source, send me a private message. Maybe you could order it and have it shipped to me, and then I could mail it to you.Andre said:Hmm, neither of those ship to SA. Will keep looking. 8)Brian said:Try ronayers.com or oniedasuzuki.com. The manuals are small, so it shouldn't cost much to mail them to South Africa.