Your snowmobile suspension is made up of several moving components that include snowmobile shocks (front, center, and rear), torsion springs, the coupler, and the limiter strap. The suspension is designed to support and distribute weight around your snowmobile.
How do you set up a snowmobile suspension?
Before setting up your snowmobile suspension, we recommend you review what the manufacturer has listed as recommended settings. The initial setup includes adjusting the rear sag of the sled based on the rider’s weight with gear. There are several adjustments you can make to help customize your snowmobile to your riding style and preferences, such as setting the spring preload, limiter strap and coupler block adjustments, and much more.
How many shocks are on a snowmobile?
There are 4 shocks on a snowmobile. One is on each ski spindle and the other two are on the snowmobile’s track.
How do you know if your snowmobile shocks are bad?
Signs that your snowmobile shocks are going bad include bad handling, fluid leakage, or the piston moving too easily.