Suzuki VZ1500 Owner's Manual page 151

 WARNING
A hot muffler can burn you. The muf-
fler will be hot enough to burn you
for some time after stopping the
engine.
Wait until the muffler cools to avoid
burns.
4. Place an accessory service stand or
equivalent under the swingarm or
chassis tubes to stabilize the rear
end.
5. Draw out the axle.
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