Warning: Shock absorber assemblies contain nitrogen gas under high pressure and can explode if punctured or exposed to flame or heat. Follow maintenance, care and disposal instructions from the manufacturer of the shock absorber.
Preload Settings
Adjusting preload settings can alter vehicle handling.
Warning: Never exceed the MAX allowable preload when adjusting the suspension. Damage to the suspension system may occur if the MAX allowable preload is exceeded.
| RZR Turbo R | Factory Default Preload Settings | Max Allowable Preload | |||
| Measurement* | FOX® | Walker Evans Racing® | FOX® | Walker Evans Racing® | |
| Front Shocks | 1 | 0.350 in (0.89 cm) | 0.563 in (1.4 cm) | 1.350 in (3.4 cm) | 1.563 in (4.0 cm) |
| 2 | 2.900 in (7.4 cm) | 2.500 in (6.4 cm) | 2.900 in (7.4 cm) | 2.500 in (6.4 cm) | |
| Rear Shocks | 1 | 6.335 in (16.1 cm) | 1.685 in (4.3 cm) | 7.335 in (18.6 cm) | 2.685 in (6.8 cm) |
| 2 | 3.250 in (8.3 cm) | 3.750 in (9.5 cm) | 3.250 in (8.3 cm) | 3.750 in (9.5 cm) | |
| RZR Turbo R 4 | Factory Default Preload Settings | Max Allowable Preload | |||
| Measurement* | FOX® | Walker Evans Racing® | FOX® | Walker Evans Racing® | |
| Front Shocks | 1 | 3.563 in (9.1 cm) | 1.382 in (3.5 cm) | 4.563 in (11.6 cm) | 2.382 in (6.1 cm) |
| 2 | 2.875 in (7.3 cm) | 3.000 in (7.6 cm) | 2.875 in (7.3 cm) | 3.000 in (7.6 cm) | |
| Rear Shocks | 1 | 6.650 in (16.9 cm) | 1.375 in (3.5 cm) | 7.650 in (19.4 cm) | 2.375 in (6.0 cm) |
| 2 | 3.625 in (9.2 cm) | 4.375 in (11.1 cm) | 3.625 in (9.2 cm) | 4.375 in (11.1 cm) | |
*See the images below to view the corresponding preload measurement locations.
FOX® Shocks (if equipped)
Front shock (left) and rear shock (right) measurement guidelines.
Walker Evans® Shocks (if equipped)
Front shock (left) and rear shock (right) measurement guidelines.
Front / Rear Spring Preload Adjustment
The factory setting is appropriate for nearly all riding conditions. If desired, the suspension may be adjusted to maintain vehicle clearance height when carrying loads. Adjusting the suspension may changed vehicle handling.
Important: The distance between the main preload ring (top ring) and the cross-over rings (middle rings) should be constant. If you move the main preload ring, you will need to move the cross-over rings an equal amount. The cross-over rings need to be locked tight after any adjustment is made. To lock the cross-over rings, take a punch and hammer to hit each side so the rings jam together. If the cross-over rings are not locked down tight, damage to the shock may occur.
To adjust the preload, do the following:
1. Elevate the vehicle to allow the suspension to fully extend.
2. Turn the adjusting ring to the left to add preload. Turn the adjusting ring to the right to remove preload.
Uneven adjustment may cause poor handling of the vehicle. Always adjust both the left and right spring preloads equally or have your Polaris Dealer or qualified person perform the adjustments.
Front / Rear Shock Compressions Adjustment (Non-DYNAMIX Vehicles)
The compression damping clicker knob is located at the top of the shock reservoir.
1. Turn the clicker clockwise to increase compression damping.
2. Turn the clicker counterclockwise to decrease compression damping.
| Location | Default Clicker Position |
| Front | 8/16 clicks |
| Rear | 8/16 clicks |
Spring Preload Adjustment
Warning: Be advised that the shocks contain nitrogen at high pressure. Damaged shocks could cause injury if not replaced or addressed promptly by qualified personnel.
Important: Never exceed the MAX allowable preload when adjusting the suspension. Damage to the suspension system may occur if the MAX allowable preload is exceeded. Refer to the Max Allowable Preload table above.
| Spring Preload Adjustment Recommendations | |
| RZR Turbo R and RZR Turbo R 4 | |
| Axle | Preload |
| Front* | + 0.75 inches per 1000 lb added (+ 1.9 cm per 45 kg added) |
| Rear* | + 0.63 inches per 1000 lb added (+ 1.6 cm per 45 kg added) |
*If weight is added to the center of the vehicle, split preload accordingly between front and rear axles.
For more information, see your authorized Polaris Dealer. Find a dealer near you with the Dealer Locator.
Maintenance tips, procedures and specifications can be found in your Owner's Manual.
To find diagrams and replacement part numbers, use the online parts catalog.
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