Cannondale S440 - Manual (Page 84)

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Rear ride height & static sag
The ride height and static sag specifications for your vehicle can be found in the Model Specification section of
this manual.
Make sure the vehicle ride height and static sag dimensions are as specified before performing compression or
rebound adjustments.
When measuring the illustrated dimensions, measure from the center of the wheel axle to a point on the
subframe. Remove the number panel, if required, to make the measurement easier.
Adjustments to the spring preload change the rear ride height. When adjusting the preload to achieve a certain
ride height, make sure that both the ride height and static sag specifications are adjusted within the specified limits.
The static sag measurement (R3) is directly influenced by changes in the ride height.
If either the ride height or static sag is out of specification, a spring with a different spring rate will have to be
installed onto the rear shock. Optional springs are available for your vehicle, but you should not attempt to install
them yourself. Consult your Cannondale Motorsports Dealer for spring and installation service.
1. Place the vehicle on a stand so that the rear wheel is off the ground and the swingarm is fully extended. Mea-
sure the unloaded measurement (R1).
2. Take the vehicle off the stand. With rider in full gear seated on the vehicle with feet on the footpegs, repeat the
measurement. Have one assistant hold the bike upright and have another do the measuring. Bounce your
weight up and down a few times to overcome any “stiction” in the suspension and find the best reference point.
Record the value (R2). This is the rear ride height.
3. With the vehicle on the ground, held in the upright position, repeat the measurement. Record the value (R3).
This is the rear static sag.
R1
R2
R3