12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 49
12.18 Removing the shock absorber x
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 41)
– Remove the right side cover. ( p. 55)
– Remove the main silencer. ( p. 54)
– Remove the seat. ( p. 49)
– Remove the manifold. x ( p. 52)
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Main work
– Carefully take the shock absorber out of the vehicle toward the top.
12.19 Installing the shock absorber x
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Main work
– Carefully position the shock absorber into the vehicle from above.
Finishing work
– Install the manifold. x ( p. 53)
– Mount the seat. ( p. 49)
– Install the main silencer. ( p. 54)
– Install the right side cover. ( p. 56)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 41)
12.20 Removing the seat
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– Remove screws
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in the recessed grips on the left and right.
– Lift up the seat at the rear, pull it back, and then lift it off.
12.21 Mounting the seat
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– Attach the front of the seat to the collar bushing of the fuel tank and lower the seat at
the rear while pushing forward.
– Make sure that the seat is correctly locked in.
– Mount and tighten the screws for securing the seat.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)