CHAS
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
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SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL
WARNING
Support the motorcycle securely to prevent it
from falling over.
1. Park the motorcycle on a level surface.
2. Remove:
•
Seat
•
Rear cowling
•
Fuel tank
See section “SEAT, FUEL TANK AND
REAR COWLING” in CHAPTER 3.
3. Disconnect:
•
Battery leads
8. Remove:
•
Upper mounting bolt (1)
•
Rear shock absorber
1
NOTE:
First, disconnect the negative lead, then the posi-
tive lead.
4. Remove:
•
Exhaust pipe assembly
•
Rear frame
•
Air filter case
5. Raise the rear wheel placing a suitable sup-
port under the engine.
6. Remove:
•
Rear wheel
Refer to “REAR WHEEL REMOVAL” sec-
tion.
7. Remove:
•
Shock absorber fastening nut (1)
•
Lower mounting bolt