Honda Varadero suspension setup and specs

Honda Varadero, 2000 to 2002: adjustable rear preload and rebound, 838 mm (33.0 in) seat height, 155 mm of front suspension travel.

Model years covered: 2000, 2001, 2002 — these share the same suspension hardware. Figures as published by Honda.

2000–2002 Honda Varadero
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Honda Varadero

2000–2002 · adventure · 996 cc

Adjusters this bike has

Front preloadNot adjustable
Rear preloadAdjustable
Rear reboundAdjustable

Suspension travel and hardware

Front suspension travel155 mm (6.1 in)
Rear suspension travel145 mm (5.7 in)
Fork diameter43 mm (1.7 in)

Cold tire pressure, manufacturer spec

Front tire110/80 R19
Rear tire150/70 R17

Weight, seat height and geometry

Wheelbase1560 mm (61.4 in)
Trail110 mm (4.3 in)
Seat height838 mm (33.0 in)
Front brakeDual disc, 3-piston calipers
Rear brakeSingle disc, 3-piston caliper

Other Honda Varadero generations: 2003–2011

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Bike feeling wrong? These are the published numbers. What to actually change depends on the adjusters this bike has, your weight and how it feels.

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