Polaris 2000 Universal Snowmobile - Manual (Page 128)

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SUSPENSION
Suspension Adjustment
The Polaris WideTrak and Xtra Lite Type Suspensions have been designed and
set up to deliver a soft ride under average riding conditions. Rider weight, riding
styles, trail conditions, and vehicle speed each affect suspension action.
The suspension can be adjusted to suit rider preference and deliver excellent per-
formance for a given set of conditions. It should be noted, however, that suspen-
sion adjustments involve a compromise or trade off. A machine set up to perform
well in the moguls would not suit the preference of a groomed trail rider.
Adjustable Features and Adjustment Options
D Rear torsion spring preload
D Optional coil springs for front track shock
D Optional torsion springs
D Front limiter strap
D Optional coil springs for IFS shocks
Adjustment Procedures
It is a good idea to break the suspension in for approximately 150 miles (240 km)
and re-grease all suspension parts before fine tuning adjustments are made.
All settings will vary from rider to rider, depending on rider weight, vehicle speed,
riding style, and trail conditions. We recommend starting with factory settings and
then customizing each adjustment individually to suit rider preference. The ma-
chine should be methodically tested under the same conditions after each adjust-
ment (trail and snow conditions, vehicle speed,riding position, etc.) until a satisfac-
tory ride is achieved. Adjustments should be made to one area at a time, in order
to properly evaluate the change.