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EAS23180
HANDLING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
EWA13740
WARNING
This rear shock absorber contains highly
compressed nitrogen gas. Before handling
the rear shock absorber, read and make sure
you understand the following information.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsi-
ble for property damage or personal injury
that may result from improper handling of
the rear shock absorber.
Do not tamper or attempt to open the rear
G
shock absorber.
Do not subject the rear shock absorber to
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an open flame or any other source of high
heat. High heat can cause an explosion due
to excessive gas pressure.
Do not deform or damage the rear shock
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absorber in any way. Rear shock absorber
damage will result in poor damping perfor-
mance.
EAS23190
DISPOSING OF A REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
1. Gas pressure must be released before dis-
posing of a rear shock absorber. To release
the gas pressure, drill a 2–3-mm (0.08–0.12
in) hole through the rear shock absorber at a
point 20–25 mm (0.79–0.98 in) from its end
as shown.
EWA13760
WARNING
Wear eye protection to prevent eye damage
from released gas or metal chips.
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
EAS23210
REMOVING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLY
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
EWA13120
WARNING
Securely support the vehicle so that there is
no danger of it falling over.
TIP
Place the vehicle on a suitable stand so that the
rear wheel is elevated.
2. Remove:
Rear side cover
G
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
3. Remove:
Rear shock absorber assembly lower nut "1"
G
TIP
While removing the rear shock absorber assem-
bly lower bolt, hold the swingarm so that it does
not drop down.
4. Remove:
Rear shock absorber assembly upper nut "2"
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Rear shock absorber assembly
G
EAS23240
CHECKING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLY
1. Check:
Rear shock absorber rod
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Bends/damage → Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
Rear shock absorber
G
4-56
1
2
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