Yamaha RAPTOR 700R 2022 Owner's Manual page 42

Spring preload setting:
Minimum (soft):
Distance A = 238.5 mm (9.39 in)
Standard:
Distance A = 228.5 mm (9.00 in)
Maximum (hard):
Distance A = 223.5 mm (8.80 in)
5
1. Distance A
4. Tighten the locknut to the specified torque.
NOTICE: Always tighten the locknut
against the adjusting nut, and then tighten
it to the specified torque.
1
[ECB00082]
5-20
Tightening torque:
Locknut:
42 N·m (4.2 kgf·m, 31 lb·ft)
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WARNING
This shock absorber assembly contains highly
pressurized nitrogen gas. If the shock absorb-
er assembly is damaged, it could explode
causing injury or property damage. Shock ab-
sorber cylinder damage could also result in
poor handling which could cause an accident.
 Do not tamper with or attempt to open the
cylinder assembly.
 Do not subject the shock absorber assembly
to an open flame or other high heat.
 Do not deform or damage the cylinder in any
way.
 Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out
shock absorber assembly yourself. Take the
shock absorber assembly to a Yamaha deal-
er for any service.