Mounting Instructions - Step 1
Assembly of Öhlins Shock Absorber with spring separately supplied
WARNING!
!
1. It is advisable to have an Öhlins dealer installl
your shock absorber.
2. Instructions in the vehicle service manual
are to be followed when changing the shock
absorber.
3. When working on a lifted vehicle make
sure it is securely supported to prevent it
from tipping.
1
Make sure that all components listed on the
front page of this manual under “Kit contents”
are included.
2
Measure the free length of the spring.
3
Fit the spring clip, turn the shock absorber so the
spring rests against the spring platform and turn
the rings (lock nut and spring platform) so they
touch the upper surface of the spring.
4
With a C-spanner, turn the upper spring platform
approximately 8 laps (10 mm) clockwise to pre-
load the spring before fi tting the shock absorber
to the motorcycle.
A
A-B=Pre-load
B
Lock nut
Spring
platform
Washer
Spring
Spring clip
Spring guide
Rider's weight
Spring
Spring rate
Kg/pounds
Part no.
N/mm
Kawasaki
35/77
698-05
42
KX 85cc
40/88
698-06
44
45/99
698-07
46
50/110
698-08
48
55/121
698-09
50
