APRILIA RSV 1000 R FACTORY Workshop Manual page 230

RSV 1000 R - RSV 1000 R FACTORY
• From the left side, release and remove the lower shock
absorber nut.
• Extract the screw from the other side.
•
Release and remove the nut and collect its washer.
IMPORTANT Make sure to use the special tool (OPT):
- Aprilia part# 8140191 (swinging arm spindle / engine
stand tool).
•
Using the provided socket wrench, slacken and remove
the locknut (1) from the right hand side of the vehicle.
•
Turn the swinging arm spindle (2) counterclockwise to
rotate the adjuster bush (3) and thus loosen it.
WARNING
Take great care when removing the swinging
arm.
Support it at the front to prevent it from drop-
ping.
Place a wooden support beneath the front of
the swinging arm to keep it from dropping or
moving.
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