OK having a brain fart today.....

[Vulcanrider86]

OK on my 800 classic how do you adjust the rear spring. I do not have the ability to get the rear tire off the ground right now.

[azwiley1]

Take the seat off? Just guessing but that is how I have to do mine.

[PainlessWolf]

On my Drifter, you remove the left hand side cover (one without the lock) and you can see the nut for adjusting the shock. Don't know about the Classic but might be similar.
Painless Black Wolf
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2005 Drifter 800

[B.O.A.T.]

Check here (step by step w/ pics)

Tweek's Vulcan
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Remove the right side cover and peep inside. It's easy to get to the shock preload collar from there. Using a long screwdriver and BIG hammer and tap (read _KNOCK_) the collar around to the desired setting. It is tight, and will turn easier if you get the rear tire up off of the ground, but it can be adjusted either way (bike up or down).
There are 7 possible settings on it. It comes from the factory set to it's softest position. I experimented with my settings, trying everything from #1 to #7. I settled on position #5 when riding by myself, and I couldn't believe the difference! The bike rides like it has a new suspension. When riding 2-up with travel baggage, I set the shock to position #7. The ride with me@200 lbs, Debbie@115 lbs, and about 40 lbs of luggage is great on bumpy roads that used to nearly knock our teeth loose
Another (and I think EASIER) way to access the preload collar on the shock is to lift the rear wheel, remove the cover over the front pulley (or sprocket, if you're still running one of those greasy chains!), insert a long punch or straight blade screwdriver just above the belt (or chain) to the collar. Less stuff to take off, and it's a great way to access the collar on the shock.

If your shock is too soft, or you are still bottoming out on hard bumps with the preload set to it's highest point (#7), click the link below and check out the new Preload Improvement kit at SCOOTWORKS Belt Drives, lowering kits, handlebar risers, motorcycle parts and accessories, chrome bolts. WHen you get there, click on 'Online Catalog' in the LH menu, select Kawasaki, then "Lowering Kits". This will provide 14 additional preload settings to improve soft shocks or heavily loaded bikes.

[Vulcanrider86]

cool thank you i'm hoping to get a air operated lift soon so Thanks all for the info.