Determining which pre-load to use

What Pre-load To Use

HONDA MOTORCYCLES:

  • 250cc to 600cc should not require preload
  • 700cc to 800cc should not require preload. Preload would be required if the rider's weight is over 150 lbs. Use 1/4" preload.
  • 900cc to 1800cc cruiser motorcycles will use 1/4" preload.
  • Goldwings all require 1/2" preload.

HARLEY DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLES:

  • Sportster 883cc & 900cc should not require preload. Preload would be required if the rider's weight is over 150 lbs. Use 1/4" preload.
  • Sportster 1000cc to 1200cc use 1/4" preload.
  • All Dynas use 1/4" preload.
  • All Softails use 1/4" preload.
  • All Dresser models including Road King and Road Glide require 1/2" preload.

KAWASAKI MOTORCYCLES:

  • 500cc to 1100cc use 1/4" preload.
  • 1200cc to 1500cc use 1/2" preload.

YAMAHA MOTORCYCLES:

  • 535cc to 750cc should not require preload. Preload would be required if the rider's weight is over 150 lbs. Use 1/4" preload.
  • 920cc to 1600cc use 1/2" preload.

SUZUKI MOTORCYCLES:

  • 650cc should not require preload.
  • 800cc use 1/4" preload.
  • 1400cc to 1500cc use 1/2" preload.

POLARIS VICTORY MOTORCYCLES:

  • Use 1/2" preload.

MOTO GUZZI MOTORCYCLES:

  • 1000cc to 1100cc use 1/4" preload.

BMW MOTORCYCLES:

  • 1100cc use 1/4" preload.
  • 1200cc use 1/2" preload.

INDIAN MOTORCYCLES:

  • Use 1/4" preload.

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