Snowmobile Polaris 600 RUSH, 600 RUSH PRO-R, 800 RUSH, 800 RUSH PRO-R (2013 year). Manual - part 13

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Rear Suspension Adjustments

Front Track Shock Compression Damping

Make adjustments to the shock 
clicker to control bottoming. Make 
the adjustments in 2-click incre-
ments, then test ride. Repeat the 
adjustment until the desired result is 
achieved.

TIP: Initially, heavier riders may want to 

set the shock clickers 2-4 clicks 
higher than lighter riders.

The standard clicker setting is 2 
clicks from the softest position. 

• Turn the clicker clockwise for a stiffer ride.
• Turn the clicker counter-clockwise for a softer ride.

Front Track Shock Spring Preload

Always perform shock spring preload adjustments with the weight of 
the vehicle removed from the shock and with the shock at full extension.

Increasing spring preload will decrease ski-to-
ground pressure. Decreasing spring preload will 
increase ski-to-ground pressure.

The initial preload setting is 2 inches (5 cm) from 
body end to spring. To change shock spring pre-
load, grasp the spring retainer and rotate it.

Increasing the spring preload too much may 
adversely affect the handling of the snowmobile 
and the performance of the suspension. Never 
exceed one inch (2.54 cm) of preload beyond the 
factory settings.

When decreasing preload, make sure at least two 
turns of preload are holding the spring between the 
retainer on the top of the shock and the threaded 
spring preload adjuster nut on the shock body. 
Failure to do so could cause the retainer to fall off 
when the suspension is fully extended.

TIP: Other spring options are available. Please see your POLARIS dealer.

Stiffer

Softer

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Rear Suspension Adjustments

Rear Shock Spring Preload Settings

Make adjustments to the rear shock spring to tune vehicle balance. 
Always perform shock spring preload adjustments with the weight of 
the vehicle removed from the shock and with the shock at full extension.

Increasing preload will increase ski pressure and result in less weight 
transfer and flatter cornering and more precise steering response. 
Decreasing preload will decrease ski pressure and result in more weight 
transfer, or less weight on the skis when accelerating. 

Turn the spring retainer up to one turn from the initial setting, then test 
ride. Repeat the adjustment in one-turn increments until the desired 
result is achieved.

Increasing the spring preload too much may adversely affect the han-
dling of the snowmobile and the performance of the suspension. Never 
exceed one inch (2.54 cm) of preload beyond the factory settings.

When decreasing preload, make sure at least two turns of preload are 
holding the spring between the retainer on the top of the shock and the 
threaded spring preload adjuster nut on the shock body. Failure to do so 
could cause the retainer to fall off when the suspension is fully 
extended.

Rear Shock Clicker

Make adjustments to the shock 
clicker to control bottoming, chatter 
and general riding comfort. Make 
the adjustments in 2-click incre-
ments, then test ride. Repeat the 
adjustment until the desired result is 
achieved.

TIP: Initially, heavier riders may want to 

set the shock clickers 2-4 clicks 
higher than lighter riders.

The standard clicker setting is 4 
clicks from the softest position.

• Turn the clicker clockwise for a stiffer ride.
• Turn the clicker counter-clockwise for a softer ride.

Stiffer

Softer

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Handlebar Adjustments

Handlebar Position

1. Loosen the four bolts on 

the bottom of the adjuster 
block. If necessary, pry the 
blocks apart with a screw-
driver.

2. Adjust the handlebar for-

ward or rearward to the 
desired position.

3. Tighten the bolts. Torque 

the bolts to 13-16 ft. lbs. 
(18-22 Nm).

Handlebar Angle

1. Loosen the four bolts on 

the top of the adjuster 
block. If necessary, pry the 
blocks apart with a screw-
driver.

2. Adjust the handlebar for-

ward or rearward to the 
desired angle.

3. Tighten the bolts. Torque the bolts to 13-16 ft. lbs. (18-22 Nm).

Loosen top bolts to adjust 
handlebar angle

Loosen bottom bolts to 
adjust handlebar position

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Accessories

POLARIS offers a wide range of accessories for your snowmobile to 
help make each ride more enjoyable.

Use only POLARIS parts and accessories on your POLARIS snowmo-
bile. Use of unapproved parts and accessories may result in:

• Non-compliance with government/industry requirements
• Voiding of warranty
• Injury to self or others

This applies, but is not limited to the following areas: brakes, clutches, 
fuel systems, internal engine components and exhaust systems. Exhaust 
systems are critical safety areas that must use approved POLARIS parts. 
Please see your POLARIS dealer for service.