8 SHOCK ABSORBER, SWINGARM 39
8.13 Dismantling the damper
Preparatory work
– Remove the spring. ( p. 38)
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Main work
– Establish and note the current state of the rebound damping and compression
damping.
– Completely open the adjusters of the rebound and compression damping.
– Remove rubber cap 1 of the reservoir.
– Open screw 2 slowly.
The pressurized nitrogen escapes.
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– Clamp the damper in the vise using soft jaws.
– Remove locking cap 3.
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– Press in seal ring retainer 4. Remove lock ring 5.
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Do not scratch the inner surface.
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– Remove screw 6. Drain the oil.
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– Remove the piston rod. Drain the remaining oil.