Inspection - Triumph Rocket III Classic Service Manual

Rear Suspension
Inspection
1. Remove all traces of dirt and inspect for damage/
wear to the mountings and springs.
2. Inspect the unit closely for fluid leaks from all parts of
the unit and for cracks and damage to the springs. If
there is any damage, or any leaks are evident, both
rear suspension units must be renewed as a matched
pair.
3. Check the mounting rubbers for cracks and signs of
elongation. Replace as necessary.
Always renew both rear suspension units as a pair, even
if only one appears to be faulty. If only one suspension
unit is replaced, the handling of the motorcycle could be
adversely affected. This could result in an unsafe riding
condition leading to a loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
Installation
1. Locate the suspension units to the mounting spigots,
articulating the swinging arm until the distance
between the upper and lower spigots allows the
units to fit.
2. Fit the original washers to new mounting bolts. Install
the bolts then tighten them to 28
Nm.
Note:
• The large washer is fitted to the top mounting,
the smaller washer to the lower.
3. Repeat operations 1 and 2 for the other rear
suspension unit (if removed).
4. Remove the wheel support (if fitted), lower the
motorcycle to the ground and park it on the side
stand.
Rocket III Touring
5. Refit the pannier rail dresser bar and tighten the
bolts to 22
Nm.
6. Align the pannier lower mountings to the pannier
rail.
Z Align the two upper quick release fixings to the
pannier rail.
8. Turn the quick release fixings one quarter turn
clockwise to the locked position.
Pannier quick release fixings locked.
Always ensure the panniers are secure and the quick
release fixings are locked. A loose or detached pannier
could cause loss of motorcycle control and an accident.
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SelVice Manual - Rocket Ill/ Classic / Touring