Handling Notes; Notes On Disposal; Rear Shock Absorber Inspection - Yamaha XVS650 Service Manual

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AND SWINGARM
ICHASIAI
HANDLING NOTES
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WARNING
This shock absorber contains highly com-
pressed nitrogen gas. Read and understand
the following information before handling
the shock absorber. The manufacturer can-
not be held responsible for property dam-
age of personal injury that may result from
improper handling.
1.00 not tamper or attempt to open the
cylinder assembly.
2.00 not subject shock absorber to an open
flame or other high heat. This may cause
the unit to explode due to excessive gas
pressure.
3.00 not deform or damage the cylinder in
any way. Cylinder damage will result in
poor damping performance.
NOTES ON DISPOSAL
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Shock absorber disposal steps:
• Gas pressure must be released before dis-
posing of the shock absorber. To do so,
drill a 2 ... 3 mm hole through the cylinder
wall as shown.
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WARNING
Wear eye protection to prevent eye dam-
age from escaping gas and/or metal chips.
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REAR SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION
1.1nspect:
• Rear shock absorber rod
Bends/damage
~
Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
• Rear shock absorber
Oil leaks/gas leaks
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Replace the rear
shock absorber assembly.
• Spring
Wear/damage
~
Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
• Bushings
• Collars
Damage/scratches
~
Replace.
• Dust seals
Wear/damage ~ Replace.
• Bolts
Wear/bends/damage
~
Replace.
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