REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
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EAS23180
HANDLING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
WARNING
EWA13740
This rear shock absorber contains highly
compressed nitrogen gas. Before handling
the rear shock absorber, read and make sure
you understand the following information.
The manufacturer cannot be held responsi-
ble for property damage or personal injury
that may result from improper handling of
the rear shock absorber.
● Do not tamper or attempt to open the rear
shock absorber.
● Do not subject the rear shock absorber to
an open flame or any other source of high
heat. High heat can cause an explosion due
to excessive gas pressure.
● Do not deform or damage the rear shock
absorber in any way. Rear shock absorber
damage will result in poor damping perfor-
mance.
EAS23190
DISPOSING OF A REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
1. Gas pressure must be released before dis-
posing of a rear shock absorber. To release
the gas pressure, drill “a” 2–3-mm hole
through the rear shock absorber at “a” point
15–20 mm from its end as shown.
WARNING
EWA13760
Wear eye protection to prevent eye damage
from released gas or metal chips.
EAS23210
REMOVING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLY
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
WARNING
EWA13120
Securely support the vehicle so that there is
no danger of it falling over.
NOTE:
Place the vehicle on a suitable stand so that the
rear wheel is elevated.
2. Remove:
● Rear shock absorber bolts “1”
NOTE:
When removing the rear shock absorber bolts
“1”, hold the swingarm so that it does not drop
down.
3. Remove:
● Rear shock absorber assembly
EAS23240
CHECKING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLY
1. Check:
● Rear shock absorber rod
Bends/damage → Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
● Rear shock absorber
Gas leaks/oil leaks → Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
● Spring
Damage/wear → Replace the rear shock ab-
sorber assembly.
● Bushings
Damage/wear → Replace.
● Dust seals
Damage/wear → Replace.
● Bolts
Bends/damage/wear → Replace.
EAS23300
INSTALLING THE REAR SHOCK
ABSORBER ASSEMBLY
1. Lubricate:
● Spacers
● Bearings
2. Install:
● Rear shock absorber assembly “1”
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
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