Our AXEO47 cartridges come with an install guide that includes a rider weight/preload chart that will provide a recommended preload setting based on rider weight. The key to setting the preload correctly is to ensure the preload setting is set to the rider weight only, and NOT the rider AND passenger weight. Most of the passenger weight is displaced over the rear shocks, therefore, if you set your preload based on rider and passenger weight, the front suspension will ride much firmer than most would prefer.

Start by turning the rebound and compression adjusters counterclockwise to – <<< to the fully open position before making preload adjustment.

When adjusting, use the supplied tool to adjust the spring preload. Turn the adjuster until the desired setting is achieved as indicated below when the machined groove on the adjuster is flush with the top cap of the cartridge.

NOTE: It is critical to reset the compression and rebound adjusters after making any preload adjustments to ensure a consistent ride.