Cannondale S440 - Manual (Page 80)

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Front 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 axle nut to a point on the upper triple
clamp. Use the same measurement points each time.
If the ride height or static sag is out of specification, springs with a different spring rate will have to be installed in
the forks. 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 front wheel is off the ground and the forks are fully extended. Measure
the unloaded measurement (F1).
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 (F2). This is the front ride height.
3. With the vehicle on the ground, held in the upright position and fully unloaded, repeat the measurement.
Record the value (F3). This is the front static sag.
F1
F2 F3