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MODEL YEAR CHANGE
All 1997 model year motorcycles use a revised swingarm
pivot assembly. The modifications allow preload to be
adjusted without using the PIVOT SHAFT BEARING
ADJUSTER (Part No. B-41175).
NOTE
See Figure 14. The threaded rod (1) replaces a pivot shaft
used on 1996 models. This new part changes the SWING-
ARM, ASSEMBLY and SWINGARM, INSTALLATION proce-
dures in the 1996 manual.
ASSEMBLY
1. See Figure 14. If necessary, draw
new
roller bearing
cups (5) into swingarm using BEARING INSTALLATION
BOLT (Part No. B-35316-5) and STEERING HEAD
BEARING RACE INSTALLER (Part No. HD-39302).
NOTE
Timkin roller bearing assemblies should be replaced as a
unit. Do not intermix components. Mark all components so
they may be correctly installed.
2. Coat bearing components with WHEEL BEARING
GREASE (Part No. HD-99855-89) and assemble.
3. Install a
new
swingarm seal (3) flush to the swingarm.
4. Slide swingarm assembly into position.
NOTE
See Figure 14. The left side bearing adjustment bolt (6) has
additional internal threads.
5. Install both bearing adjustment bolts (2, 6) and the
threaded rod (1). Insert the rod from the air cleaner side
of the motorcycle.
6. Tighten the left pinch screw on the swingarm mount
block. Do not tighten the right side pinch screw at this
time.
INSTALLATION
1. See Figure 15. Adjust swingarm preload by tightening
the threaded rod. Preload should measure 3.5-5.5 lbs
(1.6-2.5 kg).
2. Follow the remaining installation instructions in the 1996
manual.
Figure 14. Swingarm
Figure 15. Adjusting Preload
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1. Threaded rod
2. Bearing adjustment
bolt, right
3. Swingarm seal (2)
4. Roller bearing (2)
5. Bearing cup (2)
6. Bearing adjustment
bolt, left
1
2
3
4
5
6
Threads
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SWINGARM
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