Section 08
SUSPENSION
Subsection 03
(REAR SUSPENSION)
08-03-10
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3. Open nitrogen tank valve and gradually set reg-
ulator pressure to 980 kPa (142 PSI), this gas
pressure will restore the correct pressure into
the reservoir.
CAUTION:
Do not exceed the recommended
pressure value.
4. Wait a little for pressure to stabilize.
5. Unscrew tap counterclockwise.
6. Close nitrogen tank valve.
7. Remove gas shock valve tool from shock ab-
sorber reservoir.
Reservoir gas pressure cannot be tested with a
pressure gauge. The volume of gas in the shock
being very small, the amount lost during gauge in-
stallation would lower the pressure too much,
which would require refilling.
Carefully inspect shock absorber and reservoir for
gas or oil leaks. Any leak must be corrected before
continuing.
Stroke the piston rod to ensure full travel and
smooth compression and rebound action. If the
shaft moves in or out erratically or if you hear a gur-
gling sound, this could indicate air is trapped inside
shock absorber. If the piston rod does not move or
has partial travel then it may be hydraulically locked.
In either event, the shock must be rebuilt again.
Reinstall valve cap.
Reinstall spring and adjuster, then perform adjust-
ments. See shock absorber ASS’Y.
SWING ARM
Removal
Lift rear of vehicle until rear shock absorber is fully
extended.
Install a jack stand or a block under the frame to
support the vehicle.
Remove LH wheel, LH wheel hub, brake caliper
and disc brake hub. Loosen chain and remove rear
axle towards RH side. Remove eccentric axle
housing. Refer to REAR AXLE.
Remove LH and RH access plugs of shock absorb-
er lower bolt.
1. LH plug removed to access shock absorber bolt
Remove lower bolt
no. 6
retaining shock.
Raise bottom of shock absorber and brake caliper
then temporarily fasten to vehicle body with a
cord.
WARNING
When filling the reservoir with gas, keep away
from shock absorber to avoid being harmed
by parts which, if improperly installed, could
be ejected by gas pressure.
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