Rear Shock Absorber Disposal; Suspension Setting - Suzuki VZ800 Service Manual

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER DISPOSAL

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The rear shock unit contains high-pressure nitrogen
gas. Mishandling can cause explosion.
* Keep away from fire and heat. High gas pressure
caused by heat can cause an explosion.
* Release gas pressure before disposing.
GAS PRESSURE RELEASE
• Mark the drill hole with a center punch.
• Cover the rear shock absorber with a transparent plastic bag
1.
• Hold the rear shock absorber 2 with a vice.
• Mark a hole with a 3 mm drill.
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Wear eye protection to protect your eyes from
released gas and metal chips.

SUSPENSION SETTING

After installing the rear suspension, adjust the spring pre-load as
follows.
Spring pre-load adjuster
10 mm
3rd
CHASSIS 8-49
Mark the
drill hole.