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 Check the rear shock preload adjuster.
-<blockquote> While not described in the Honda
+<blockquote> While not described in the Honda Service Manual, the preload adjuster is most likely low on fluid and is not working properly. After unscrewing the knob all the way, if resistance is not felt within two clicks, fluid needs to be added. This is discussed in several threads.</blockquote>
-Service Manual, the preload adjuster is most likely low on fluid and is not
-working properly. After unscrewing the knob all the way, if resistance is not
-felt within two clicks, fluid needs to be added. This is discussed in several
-threads.</blockquote>
 ==Preload==
-* light jack oil or fork oil
+* Use a light hydraulic jack oil or motorcycle fork oil
-* 36 clicks 180 degrees per click
+* There are (approximately?) 36 clicks in the preload cylinder from zero to full preload, 180 degrees per click
-* ST-Owners posts [https://www.st-owners.com/forums/threads/st1300-pre-load-fluid-replacement.106715/ ST1300 preload fluid replacement]
+* A couple of the ST-Owners posts [https://www.st-owners.com/forums/threads/st1300-pre-load-fluid-replacement.106715/ ST1300 preload fluid replacement]
 * [https://www.st-owners.com/forums/threads/st1300-rear-suspension-resetting-the-pre-load-adjustor-video.165543/ ST1300 - Rear suspension / Resetting the preload adjustor]
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 ==Rebound and damping ==
+More about tuning the rear suspension.
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