Handling The Rear Shock Absorber; Disposing Of A Rear Shock Absorber And Gas Cylinder; Removing The Rear Shock Absorber Swingarm - Yamaha XV1600A1999 Service Manual

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AND SWINGARM
EAS00686

HANDLING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

WARNING
This rear shock absorber contains highly
compressed nitrogen gas. Before handling
the rear shock absorber, read and make sure
you understand the following information.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsi-
ble for property damage or personal injury
that may result from improper handling of
the rear shock absorber.
S Do not tamper or attempt to open the rear
shock absorber.
S Do not subject the rear shock absorber to
an open flame or any other source of high
heat, High heat can cause an explosion due
to excessive gas pressure.
S Do not deform or damage the rear shock
absorber in any way. Rear shock absorber
damage will result in poor damping perfor-
mance.
EAS00689
DISPOSING OF A REAR SHOCK ABSORB-
ER AND GAS CYLINDER
Gas pressure must be released before dispos-
ing of a rear shock absorber and gas cylinder. To
release the gas pressure, drill a 2
(0.08 0.12 in) hole through the gas cylinder at
a point 15 mm (0.6 in) from its end as shown.
WARNING
Wear eye protection to prevent eye damage
from released gas or metal chips.
EAS00703
REMOVING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
SWINGARM
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
WARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
NOTE:
Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand so that
the rear wheel is elevated.
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CHAS
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