12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 44
12.14 Removing the shock absorber x
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 37)
– Fold the seat up. ( p. 45)
B01727-10
Main work
– Remove screw 1.
– Remove screw 2 and lower the rear wheel with the swing arm as far as possible
without blocking the rear wheel. Fix the rear wheel in this position.
– Remove screw 3.
– Push splash protector 4 to the side and remove the shock absorber.
12.15 Installing the shock absorber x
B01727-11
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
®
243™
– Mount and tighten screw 3.
Guideline
Screw, bottom shock
absorber
M12 80 Nm
(59 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
Info
The heim joint for the shock absorber at the swing arm is Teflon coated. It
must not be greased with grease or with other lubricants. Lubricants dis-
solve the Teflon coating, thereby drastically reducing the service life.
– Mount and tighten screw 4.
Guideline
Screw, upper subframe M10 45 Nm
(33.2 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
Finishing work
– Lock the seat. ( p. 45)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 37)
12.16 Removing the front fender
B01030-10
– Remove screws 1. Remove the front fender.
– Ensure that the spacers remain in place.
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