Section 08
SUSPENSION
Subsection 02
(FRONT SUSPENSION)
VMR2004_026_08_02A.FM
08-02-5
Compression stack:
Ø28 x t0.38
Ø32 x t0.30
Ø33 x t0.25
Ø18 x t0.30
Ø33 x t0.3
Piston:
1 - Ø2.4
Assembly
Tightly secure the shock absorber base in a vise
with soft jaws.
Apply shock absorber oil on floating piston seal.
Reinstall floating piston into damper body (ensure
that valve is still removed).
Ensure to install hollow side of piston as shown.
1. Hollow side here
CAUTION:
Failure to install floating piston cor-
rectly could result in shock damage.
Using a machinist square, position floating piston
at 204 mm (8.0 in) from top.
1. Floating piston
2. Machinist square
A. 204 mm (8.0 in) from top
Apply grease on O-ring and reinstall valve.
Bleeding
Pour Ryde FX slide high performance lube (P/N 503
190 103) in shock absorber. Fill shock absorber up
to bottom of threads.
CAUTION:
Use new oil only. Do not reuse the
same oil. Do not use any other oil.
Allow a few minutes for air bubbles to surface.
NOTE:
Although we do not measure the exact
amount of oil added, approximately 185 mL (6.3 U.S.
oz) will be used.
Wrap shock absorber in a rag to capture oil over-
flow while installing piston rod.
Apply shock absorber oil on piston seal ring.
Carefully insert piston rod in shock absorber.
CAUTION:
Pay attention not to damage piston
seal on shock absorber threads.
Push seal carrier down, close to piston.
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V02J1GA
V02J1HA
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