Suzuki VZ800 Service Manual page 322

8-42 CHASSIS
• Remove the shock absorber B.
• Remove the right side swingarm pivot bolt lock nut C.
• Remove the left and right side swingarm pivot bolts D.
NOTE:
Slightly loosen the cushion rod mounting nuts and the shock
absorber lower mounting nut before removing the swingarm to
facilitate later disassembly.
• Remove the rear suspension assembly.
• Remove the tapered roller bearings.
• Remove the cushion lever.