9 SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
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Measuring the rear wheel dimension unloaded
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
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p. 12)
Main work
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Position the sag gauge in the rear axle and measure the
distance to marking SAG on the rear fender.
Sag gauge (00029090500)
Pin for sag gauge (0002999001 0)
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Note down the value as dimension 6).
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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p. 12)
Checking the static sag of the shock absorber
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Measure dimension 6) of rear wheel unloaded. (
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p. 52)
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Hold the motorcycle upright with the aid of an assistant.
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- Again measure the distance between the rear axle and mark-
ing SAG on the rear fender using the sag gauge.
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Note down the value as dimension
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Info
The static sag is the difference between measure
ments 6) and
0.
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Check the static sag.
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Static sag
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40 mm (1 .57 in)
If the static sag is less or more than the specified value:
- Adjust the spring preload of the shock absorber.
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p. 53)
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