Special Tools
DescriptionPart NumberQty.
SPANNER WRENCH
94455-89
1

Softail models feature rear shock absorbers that can be adjusted. Rear shock spring preload may be varied to suit your own personal comfort.
NOTE
Rear shocks are located under vehicle. Adjust shocks with the vehicle resting on the jiffy stand.
Adjustment
1. Loosen jam nut.
WARNING
Adjust both shock absorbers equally. Improper adjustment can adversely affect stability and handling, which could result in death or serious injury. (00036b)
2. See Figure 1. Use a SPANNER WRENCH (Part Number:94455-89) to turn the spring adjuster plate to the desired position.
a. Turning the adjuster plates out (toward locknut) increases the spring preload to carry a heavier load.
b. Turning the adjuster plates in (away from the locknut) decreases the spring preload to carry a lighter load.
3. Tighten jam nut.
1Adjuster plate
2Spanner wrench
Figure 1. Rear Shock Absorber Adjustment: Softail Models