SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM 9
83
– Check the riding sag of the shock absorber. ( p. 81)
– Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. ( p. 79)
9.9 Removing the shock absorber
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 12)
E00870-11
Main work
–
Remove screw
1
and lower the rear wheel with the swingarm
as far as possible without blocking the rear wheel. Secure the
rear wheel in this position.
–
Remove screw
2
, push splash protector
3
to the side, and
remove the shock absorber.
9.10 Installing the shock absorber
E00870-10
Main work
–
Push splash protector
1
to the side and position the shock
absorber. Mount and tighten screw
2
.
Guideline
Screw, top
shock absorber
M12 80 Nm (59 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
2701™
–
Mount and tighten screw
3
.
Guideline
Screw, bottom
shock absorber
M12 80 Nm (59 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
2701™
Info
The heim joint for the shock absorber at the swingarm
is Teflon-coated. It must not be greased with grease or
with other lubricants. Lubricants dissolve the Teflon
coating, thereby drastically reducing the service life.
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 12)
9.11 Servicing the shock absorber
Caution
Risk of injury Parts of the shock absorber will move around if the shock absorber is detached incorrectly.
The shock absorber is filled with highly compressed nitrogen.
–
Please follow the description provided.
Condition
The shock absorber has been removed.
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