Owner'S Manual: Xplor Pro 8946
Owner'S Manual: Xplor Pro 8946
http://www.wp-suspension.com
DEAR WP CUSTOMER
Congratulations on your decision to purchase a WP chassis component. You are now the owner of a state-of-
DEAR WP CUSTOMER
the-art sports chassis that you will continue to enjoy for a long time if you maintain it properly.
The Owner's Manual contained the latest information for this model series at the time of going to print. How-
ever, minor differences due to further developments in design cannot be ruled out completely.
All specifications contained herein are non-binding. WP Suspension GmbH specifically reserves the right to
modify or delete technical specifications, prices, colors, forms, materials, services, designs, equipment, etc.,
without prior notice and without providing reasons, to adapt these to local conditions, as well as to stop the
production of a particular model without prior notice. WP accepts no liability for delivery options, deviations
from figures and descriptions, misprints, and other errors. The models portrayed partly contain special equip-
ment that does not belong to the regular scope of supply.
WP Suspension GmbH
Stallhofnerstraße 3
5230 Mattighofen, Austria
*53000228en*
53000228en
07/2020
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 MEANS OF REPRESENTATION........................ 3
absorber.............................................. 14
1.1 Symbols used ....................................... 3
9.3 Shock absorber rebound damping..... 14
1.2 Formats used ........................................ 3
9.4 Adjusting the low-speed
2 SAFETY ADVICE ............................................... 4 compression damping of the shock
absorber.............................................. 15
2.1 Use definition – intended use ............... 4
9.5 Adjusting the high-speed
2.2 Misuse................................................... 4 compression damping of the shock
2.3 Safety advice ........................................ 4 absorber.............................................. 15
2.4 Degrees of risk and symbols ................ 4 9.6 Adjusting the low-speed rebound
2.5 Safe operation....................................... 5 damping of the shock absorber.......... 16
2.6 Work rules............................................. 5 9.7 Adjusting the high-speed rebound
2.7 Environment.......................................... 5 damping of the shock absorber.......... 17
2.8 Owner's Manual.................................... 5 9.8 Measuring the dimension of the rear
2.9 Correct installation................................ 6 wheel unloaded................................... 17
2.10 Chassis tightening torques ................... 6 9.9 Checking the static sag of the
shock absorber ................................... 18
3 IMPORTANT NOTES ......................................... 7
9.10 Checking the riding sag of the
3.1 Manufacturer warranty, implied shock absorber ................................... 18
warranty ................................................ 7 9.11 Adjusting the spring preload of the
3.2 Fuel, auxiliary substances..................... 7 shock absorber ................................... 19
3.3 Spare parts, accessories ...................... 7 9.12 Adjusting the riding sag .................. 19
3.4 Service .................................................. 7
10 TECHNICAL DATA .......................................... 21
3.5 Figures .................................................. 7
3.6 Customer service.................................. 7 10.1 Shock absorber .................................. 21
7 SERVICE SCHEDULE...................................... 11
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MEANS OF REPRESENTATION 1
All work marked with this symbol requires specialist knowledge and technical understand-
ing. In the interest of your own safety, have these jobs performed by a WP Authorized Cen-
ter! There your WP chassis will be treated with the optimum care and attention by specially
trained experts using the necessary special tools.
Underlined terms Refer to technical details or indicate technical terms, which are explained
in the glossary.
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2 SAFETY ADVICE
Info
Only use this chassis component in closed-off areas remote from public road traffic.
Only use this chassis component in the vehicle for which the chassis component is approved and/or
recommended.
2.2 Misuse
The chassis component must only be used as intended.
Dangers can arise for people, property and the environment through use not as intended.
Any use of the chassis component beyond the intended and defined use constitutes misuse.
Misuse also includes the use of operating and auxiliary fluids which do not meet the required specification for
the respective use.
Info
Various information and warning labels are attached in prominent locations on the product described.
Do not remove any information or warning labels. If they are missing, you or others may not recognize
dangers and may therefore be injured.
Danger
Identifies a danger that will immediately and invariably lead to fatal or serious permanent injury if the
appropriate measures are not taken.
Warning
Identifies a danger that is likely to lead to fatal or serious injury if the appropriate measures are not
taken.
Caution
Identifies a danger that may lead to minor injuries if the appropriate measures are not taken.
Note
Identifies a danger that will lead to considerable machine and material damage if the appropriate measures are
not taken.
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SAFETY ADVICE 2
Danger
Danger of accidents A rider who is not fit to ride poses a danger to him or herself and others.
– Do not operate the vehicle and use chassis components if you are not fit to ride due to alcohol,
drugs or medication.
– Do not operate the vehicle and use chassis components if you are physically or mentally impaired.
Warning
Danger of burns The damper gets very hot when the vehicle is driven.
– Do not touch the damper before it has cooled down.
– Allow the damper to cool down before performing any work.
Only use the chassis component when it is in perfect technical condition, in accordance with its intended use,
and in a safe and environmentally compatible manner.
If there are faults, which impair safety, have them immediately remedied in a WP Authorized Center.
Adhere to the information and warning labels on the chassis component.
2.7 Environment
If you use your chassis component responsibly, you can ensure that problems and conflicts do not occur.
When disposing of used oil, other operating and auxiliary fluids, and used components, comply with the laws
and regulations of the respective country.
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2 SAFETY ADVICE
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IMPORTANT NOTES 3
3.4 Service
A prerequisite for perfect operation and prevention of premature wear is that the service, care, and tuning work
is properly carried out as described in the Owner's Manual. Incorrect adjustment and tuning of the chassis and
suspension can lead to damage and breakage of components.
Use of the chassis component under difficult conditions, such as on sand or on wet and muddy surfaces, can
lead to considerably more rapid wear. For this reason, it may be necessary to inspect or replace parts before
the next scheduled service.
It is imperative that you adhere to the stipulated service intervals. If you observe these exactly, you will ensure a
much longer service life for your chassis component.
3.5 Figures
The figures contained in the manual may depict special equipment.
In the interest of clarity, some components may be shown disassembled or may not be shown at all. It is not
always necessary to disassemble the component to perform the activity in question. Please follow the instruc-
tions in the text.
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4 SERIAL NUMBERS
Info
The shock absorber article number consists of an eight-
figure number with a single letter in the sixth position.
M01599-10
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PREPARING FOR USE 5
Warning
Danger of accident Modifications to the suspension setting may seriously alter the handling charac-
teristic.
Extreme modifications to the suspension setting may cause a serious deterioration in the handling
characteristic and overload components.
– Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
– Ride slowly to start with after making adjustments to get the feel of the new handling characteristic.
– Adjust the chassis component for yourself before using it for the first time.
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6 RIDING INSTRUCTIONS
Info
Before every use, check the condition of the chassis component and ensure that it is safe to operate.
The chassis must be in perfect technical condition when it is being operated.
H02560-01
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SERVICE SCHEDULE 7
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8 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle can roll away or fall over.
– Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface.
401942-01
H03314-10
H03314-11
Note
Danger of damage The parked vehicle can roll away or fall over.
– Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface.
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SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 8
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand as per the instruc-
tions of the vehicle manufacturer.
– Remove the lift stand.
H03151-01
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9 TUNING THE CHASSIS
401030-01
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TUNING THE CHASSIS 9
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incor-
rectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
– Please follow the description provided. (Your WP Authorized Center will be pleased to assist you.)
Info
The effect of the low-speed compression adjuster can be seen in slow to normal compression of the
shock absorber.
Info
The low-speed adjuster is adjuster L on the right.
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counter-
clockwise to reduce damping during slow to normal
compression.
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incor-
rectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
– Please follow the description provided. (Your WP Authorized Center will be pleased to assist you.)
Info
The effect of the high-speed compression adjuster can be seen in fast compression of the shock
absorber.
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9 TUNING THE CHASSIS
Info
The high-speed adjuster is adjuster H on the left.
Info
Turn clockwise to increase damping; turn counter-
clockwise to reduce damping during fast compres-
sion.
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incor-
rectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
– Please follow the description provided. (Your WP Authorized Center will be pleased to assist you.)
Info
The low-speed adjuster is adjuster REB.
Info
Turn clockwise to increase the damping; turn counter-
clockwise to reduce the damping at a slow rebound
speed.
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TUNING THE CHASSIS 9
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incor-
rectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
– Please follow the description provided. (Your WP Authorized Center will be pleased to assist you.)
Info
The high-speed adjuster is adjuster TXN.
Info
Turn clockwise to increase the damping; turn coun-
terclockwise to reduce the damping at a fast rebound
speed.
400988-10
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 12)
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9 TUNING THE CHASSIS
400989-10
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TUNING THE CHASSIS 9
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incor-
rectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
– Please follow the description provided. (Your WP Authorized Center will be pleased to assist you.)
Info
For this step, the spring needs to be removed.
Info
The spring preload is the difference between the
relaxed spring length and the tensioned spring length.
Depending on the static sag and/or the riding sag, it
may be necessary to increase or decrease the spring
preload.
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Smaller weight differences can be compensated by
changing the spring preload.
Suitable springs are available from a WP Authorized
Center.
B00292-10
Finishing work
– Install the shock absorber. ( p. 12)
– Check the static sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 18)
– Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 18)
– Adjust the low-speed rebound damping of the shock
absorber. ( p. 16)
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9 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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TECHNICAL DATA 10
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11 SUBSTANCES
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STANDARDS 12
SAE
The SAE viscosity classes were defined by the Society of Automotive Engineers and are used for classifying
oils according to their viscosity. The viscosity describes only one property of oil and says nothing about quality.
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13 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS
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INDEX
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*53000228en*
53000228en
07/2020
WP Suspension GmbH
5230 Mattighofen | Austria
http://www.wp-suspension.com