Shock Absorber Removal/Installation; Shock Absorber Inspection - Honda CRF1000 Shop Manual

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REAR WHEEL/SUSPENSION
SHOCK ABSORBER
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Remove the regulator/rectifier (page 21-8).
Support the motorcycle using a safety stand or hoist,
raise the rear wheel off the ground.
Remove the lower cushion arm bolt [1] and nut [2].
Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolt [3]
and nut [4].
Remove the shock absorber upper mounting bolt [1]
and nut [2].
Remove the rear shock absorber [1] by lifting the
swingarm [2].
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
TORQUE:
Shock absorber upper mounting nut:
54 N·m (5.5 kgf·m, 40 lbf·ft)
Shock absorber lower mounting nut:
44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 32 lbf·ft)
Lower cushion arm nut:
55 N·m (5.6 kgf·m, 41 lbf·ft)
INSPECTION
Visually inspect the shock absorber for wear or
damage.
Check the following:
– Damper rod [1] for bends or damage
– Damper unit [2] for deformation or oil leaks
– Rubber bumper [3] for wear or damage
– Bushing [4] for wear or damage
Replace the shock absorber assembly if necessary.
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[1]/[2]
[1]
[4]
[3]/[4]
[1]/[2]
[2]
[2] [1] [3]