How to Stiffen the Front End of an Outlander ATV

The Outlander is an all-terrain vehicle, or ATV, manufactured by Bombardier Recreational Products Can Am. If it becomes obvious that there is a lot of play in the front end of the ATV, or if the ride seems bouncier than usual, the shock absorbers may need to be adjusted. There is a central screw on the front end between the shocks that can be adjusted in order to stiffen the ride on the front end. This adjustment takes about 15 minutes.

Things You'll Need

  • Socket set
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Instructions

    • 1

      Park the ATV on a flat surface with no inclines.

    • 2

      Engage the ATV's parking brake.

    • 3

      Bend down in front of the ATV and find the shocks on each side. Look for the rod that runs from one shock to the other. At the center of the rod there will be an adjustable nut.

    • 4

      Slip the wrench over the nut and adjust a full rotation to the right to stiffen the front end.

    • 5

      Get on the ATV and start it up. Test drive it quickly to see if the shocks are where they need to be. If they need to be tighter, adjust the bolt a half turn with the wrench or until it feels stiff enough.