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SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
8.4
Removing the spring
8.5
Installing the spring
Condition
The shock absorber has been removed.
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Clamp the shock absorber in the vise using soft jaws for protection.
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Note the position of the spring preload.
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Loosen adjusting ring
Hook wrench (T106S) (
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Clamp the shock absorber into the special tool.
Spring compressor (T14050S) (
Info
Use the ring of the special tool with the smallest possible inside diameter. It
must be pressed directly onto the spring.
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Compress the spring.
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Remove spring retainer
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Release the spring. Remove the shock absorber from the special tool.
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Remove the spring.
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Mount the spring.
The tight coil of the spring is at the bottom.
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Clamp the shock absorber into the special tool.
Spring compressor (T14050S) (
Info
Use the ring of the special tool with the smallest possible inside diameter. It
must be pressed directly onto the spring.
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Mount spring retainer
The open end is opposite the spring end.
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Release the spring. Remove the shock absorber from the special tool.
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Clamp the shock absorber in the vise using soft jaws for protection.
Alternative 1
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Tension the spring to the prescribed position by turning the adjusting ring.
Guideline
Spring preload
Standard
Full payload
Hook wrench (T106S) (
Alternative 2
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using the special tool.
A
p. 279)
p. 280)
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1
p. 280)
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1
p. 279)
Warning
Danger of accidents Modifications to the suspension settings can seri-
ously alter the vehicle's ride behavior.
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Extreme modifications to the adjustment of the suspension compo-
nents can cause a serious deterioration in the handling characteris-
tics and overload some components.
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Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
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After making adjustments, ride slowly at first to get the feel of the
new ride behavior.
3 clicks
6 clicks
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