Ducati Monster 696 2009 Manual page 202

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G 2
Remove the top cap (7) complete with nut (13), rubber bush (15), bush (20), spring and complete damper asembly (17).
A
B
C
D
E
Remove the spring (14) and pump the outer tube (18) to expel the oil from the fork leg.
F
Warning
This movement generates pressure so that the oil will be rapidly expelled from the fork.
Aim the jet of oil into a previously prepared container and avoid contact with fork oil.
G
H
L
Slide the dust seal (E) off the outer tube (18), prising it off with a screwdriver.
M
N
P
18
Wheels - Suspension - Brakes
7
13
15
20
17
18
14
18
E
Monster 696/696+ - M.Y. 2009 - edition 00