Checking The Rear Shock Absorber - Yamaha XV1600A1999 Service Manual

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AND SWINGARM
2. Remove:
S bolt (shock absorber-connecting arm-frame)
1
NOTE:
When removing the bolt (shock absorber-con-
necting arm-frame) 1 , hold the swingarm so
that it does not drop down.
3. Measure:
S swingarm free play
S swingarm vertical movement
a. Measure the tightening torque of the pivot
shaft nut.
Pivot shaft nut
125 Nm (12.5 mSkg)
b. Measure the swingarm free play A by mov-
ing the swingarm from side to side.
c. If the swingarm free play is out of specifica-
tion, check the spaces, bearings, washers,
and dust covers.
Swingarm free play (at the end
of the swingarm)
0 mm
d. Check the swingarm vertical movement B
by moving the swingarm up and down.
If swingarm vertical movement is not smooth
or if there is binding, check the spacers,
bearings, washers, and dust covers.
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CHECKING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

1. Check:
S rear shock absorber rod
Bends/damage ! Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
S rear shock absorber
Gas leaks/oil leaks ! Replace the rear
shock absorber assembly.
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