Shock Absorbers Inspection - Honda 1988 Z50R Service Manual

Compress the spring enough to loosen the lock nut.
NOTE
Be careful not to overtighten the spring .
TOOLS:
Rear shock absorber com pressor 07GM E- 0 0 10 000
Rear shock absorber compressor attachment
07967 - 11 80 100
Loosen the lock nut and remove the upper joint.
INSPECTION
Measure the spring free length.
SERV ICE LIMIT : 186.9 mm 17.36 in)
Inspect the parts follows :
- upper and lower bushings for wear or damage.
- damper rod for bends or scratches.
- damper unit for oil leaks .
- damper rubber for damage.
REAR WHEE L/ BRAKE / SUSPENSION
ATTACHMENT
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SHOCK ABSOR8ER COM
UPPI
JOINT
DAMPER RTBER
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BUSH ING
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DAMPER ROD
12-9