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REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
GENERAL
The rear suspension is controlled by the shock absorber. The
shock allows adjustment of rear compression and rebound
damping and spring preload.
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1.
Screw and washer, preload adjuster knob
2.
Preload adjuster knob
3.
Preload adjust assembly
4.
Preload adjuster fasteners (2)
5.
Rear shock body
6.
Remote reservoir clamp fastener
7.
Remote reservoir clamp
8.
Remote reservoir
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Figure 2-94. Rear Shock Absorber Assembly
The most important rear shock adjustment is the preload set-
ting. Before making any damping adjustments, set the proper
preload. See
1.11 SUSPENSION DAMPING ADJUST-
MENTS.
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9.
Lower shock mount nut
10. Lower shock mount washer, thick
11. Lower shock mount washer, thin
12. Lower shock mount sleeve
13. Lower shock mount fastener
14. Upper shock mount fastener
15. Rear shock spring
16. Shock spring retainer kit
2006 Buell Ulysses: Chassis
2.23
2-65