Polaris 2013 600 Switchback - Manual (Page 54)

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THE PERFECT FIT
Front Suspension Adjustments
Independent Front Suspension (IFS)
Factory settings, combined with user adjustments to the rear shock
spring, should be all that’s necessary to provide the best riding experi-
ence for most riders. If all rear shock spring adjustments have been
exhausted and rider weight is at the very high or very low weight range
for the stock spring, additional adjustments are possible to the IFS.
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 snowmobile should be methodically tested,
one change at a time, under the same conditions (trail and snow condi-
tions, vehicle speed, riding position, etc.) after each adjustment until the
best ride is achieved.
Break in the suspension for about 150 miles (240 km) before making
adjustments to the front suspension.
IFS Components
1. Skis
2. Front shocks and springs
3. Rod ends
4. A-arms
IFS Adjustment Options
• Front shock spring preload
• Compression damping
• Optional springs
• Optional shock valving
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