Suspension; Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners - Honda VT750C2 Shadow Spirit Service Manual

MAINTENANCE
SUSPENSION
FRONT SUSPENSION INSPECTION
Check the action of the forks by applying the front
brakes and compressing the front suspension sev­
eral times.
Check the entire assembly for leaks, damage or
loose fasteners.
Replace damaged components which cannot be
repaired.
Tighten all nuts and bolts.
For fork service (page 15-19).
REAR_ SUSPENSION INSPECTION
Check the action· of the shock absorbers by com­
pressing them several times.
Check the entire shock absorber assembly for leaks,
damage or loose fasteners.
Replace damaged components which cannot be
repaired.
Tighten all nuts and bolts.
For shock absorber service (page 16-21).
Support the motorcycle securely and raise the rear
wheel off the ground.
Check for worn swingarm bearings by grabbing the
rear wheel and attempting to move the wheel side
to side.
Replace the bearings if any looseness is noted
(page 16-22).
NUTS, BOLTS, FASTENERS
Check that all chassis nuts and bolts are tightened to
their correct torque values (page 1-13).
Check that all cotter pins, safety clips, hose clamps
and cable stays are in place and properly secured.
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