Honda SH125 Manual page 283

REAR WHEEL/SUSPENSION
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
REMOVAL/ INSTALLATION
For left side:
Remove the air cleaner housing mounting fasteners
t o get the clearance for lower mounting bolt
removal (page 5-36).
Remove the exhaust system (page 2-1 5).
Support the engine with a jack or adjustable support
to relieve stress from the shock absorber.
Remove the lower mounting bolt.
For right sde:
Remove the upper mounting bolt and the shock
absorber.
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
INS P ECTlO N
Check the pivot bushings in the shock absorber and
engine
or
swingarm for wear, deterioration or dam-
age.
Check the damper rod for bend or damage.
Check the damper unit for leaks or other damage.
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