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SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM
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9.8
Adjusting the riding sag
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the work stand. (
p. 10)
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Remove the seat. (
p. 62)
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Take off the side cover. (
p. 63)
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Remove the shock absorber. (
p. 40)
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After removing the shock absorber, clean it thoroughly.
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Main work
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Choose and mount a suitable spring.
Guideline
Spring rate
Medium (standard)
80 N/mm (457 lb/in)
Hard
85 N/mm (485 lb/in)
Info
The spring rate is shown on the outside of the spring.
Finishing work
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Install the shock absorber. (
p. 41)
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Mount the side cover. (
p. 63)
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Mount the seat. (
p. 63)
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Remove the motorcycle from the work stand. (
p. 11)
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Check the static sag of the shock absorber. (
p. 38)
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Adjust the rebound damping of the shock absorber. (
p. 38)
9.9
Removing the shock absorber
Preparatory work
–
Raise the motorcycle with the work stand. (
p. 10)
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Remove the seat. (
p. 62)
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Take off the side cover. (
p. 63)
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Main work
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Remove screws
1
.
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Lift the rear fairing.
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Remove screws
2
.