Lock Nut Removal; Stop Ring Removal; Spring Inspection; Damper Unit Inspection - Honda Motorcycle Service Manual

REAR SUSPENSION
Lock N u t Removal
Do not loosen or remove the lock nut if it is staked
shock assembly to c o k e apart unexpectedly and lead
to a serious injuly.
Compress the spring and loosen the lock nut, then remove
the upper or lower joint and the spring
Stop Ring Removal
Compress the spring and remove the stopper ring.
Remove the spring.
INSPECTION
Spring
Place the spring on a level surface and measure the free
length.
Replace the spring if
it
is deformed, cracked, or if its free
length is shorter than the service limit.
Damper Unit
Keep a gas-filled shock absorber away from fire or heat.
.
Heating a gas-filled damper can lead to an explosive
release of pressure which can cause a serious injury.
.
Do not try to disassemble the damper unit if the
disassembly procedure is not described in the Model
Specific Manual. Disassembly can lead to a release of
cause an injury.
SHOCK ABSORBER
COMPRESSOR
HOLDER NUT
ATTACHMENT
/
SHOCK ABSORBER
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COMPRESSOR
SPRING
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FREE LENGTH
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Check the damper unit for deformation or oil leakage and
replace if necessary.
Check the damper rod for straightness. Also check for Stepp-
ed wear and replace if necessary.
Date of Issue : March, 1995
19-8
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HONDA MOTOR CO.,LTD.
Check the damper bump rubber for fatigue or damage and
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replace if necessary.
BUMP RUBBER