13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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13.17 Installing front fender
M01723-10
–
Position the fender with drill holes
1
in the holding lugs on
the start number plate.
M01810-11
–
Position front fender. Mount and tighten screws
2
.
Guideline
Screw, fender M6 6 Nm (4.4 lbf ft)
13.18 Removing the shock absorber
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 45)
M01724-11
Main work
– Note the installation position of the shock absorber.
–
Pull brake line
1
out of the holder.
–
Remove screw
2
and lower the link fork carefully.
–
Remove screw
3
, push splash protector
4
to the side,
and remove the shock absorber.
13.19 Installing the shock absorber
Warning
Danger of accidents Modifications to the suspension setting may seriously alter the handling charac-
teristic.
– Ride slowly to start with after making adjustments to get the feel of the new handling characteristic.