CHAS
6-57
HANDLING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
WARNING
This rear shock absorber contains highly
compressed nitrogen gas. Before handling
the rear shock absorber read and make
sure you understand the following informa-
tion. The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for property damage or per-
sonal injury that may result from improper
handling of the rear shock absorber.
• Do not tamper or attempt to open the rear
shock absorber.
• Do not subject the rear shock absorber to
an open flame or any other source of high
heat. High heat can cause an explosion
due to excessive gas pressure.
• Do not deform or damage the rear shock
absorber in any way. If the rear shock
absorber is damaged, damping perfor-
mance will suffer.
DISPOSING OF A REAR SHOCK
ABSORBER
Gas pressure must be released before dispos-
ing of a rear shock absorber. To release the
gas pressure, drill a 2 ~ 3 mm (0.08 ~ 0.12 in)
hole through the rear shock absorber at point
15 ~ 20 mm (0.59 ~ 0.79 in) from its end as
shown.
WARNING
Wear eye protection to prevent eye damage
from released gas or metal chips.
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM AND
DRIVE CHAIN
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