Yamaha VT700F Service Manual page 188

FRONT SUSPENSION
HANDLING NOTES (SX700)
WARNING
This shock absorber contains highly compressed
nitrogen gas. Before handling the shock absorber
read and make sure that you understand the
following information. The manufacturer cannot
be held responsible for property damage or per-
sonal injury that may result from improper han-
dling.
•
Do not tamper or attempt to open the gas
chamber.
•
Do not subject the shock absorber to flames or
any other source of high heat. This may cause
the unit to explode due to excessive gas pres-
sure.
•
Do not deform or damage the gas chamber in
any way. Gas chamber damage will result in
poor damping performance.
INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
•
Shock absorber 1
Oil (gas) leaks/bends/damage → Replace.
SCH3250
2. Inspect:
•
Ski column 1
•
Steering arm 2
Cracks/bends/damage → Replace.
•
Bushing 3
Wear/scratches/damage → Replace.
SCH3260
3. Inspect:
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Control rod 1
Cracks/bends/damage → Replace.
•
Bushing 2
•
Collar 3
Wear/scratches/damage → Replace.
SCH3270
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