SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 52
10.19Removing the shock absorber x
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 43)
800023-10
– Remove screw and lower the rear wheel with the swing arm as far as possible
without blocking the rear wheel. Fix the rear wheel in this position.
– Remove screw , push splash protector to the side, and remove the shock
absorber.
10.20Installing the shock absorber x
800023-11
– Push splash protector to the side and position the shock absorber. Mount and
tighten screw .
Guideline
Screw, top shock absorber M12 80 Nm
(59 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
2701
– Mount and tighten screw .
Guideline
Screw, bottom shock
absorber
M12 80 Nm
(59 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
2701
Info
The heim joint for the shock absorber at the swing arm is Teflon coated. It
must not be greased with grease or with other lubricants. Lubricants dis-
solve the Teflon coating, thereby drastically reducing the service life.
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 43)
10.21Removing the front fender
600692-10
– Remove screws . Remove the front fender.
– Make sure the spacers remain in place.
10.22Installing the front fender
600692-10
– Ensure that the spacers are mounted in the fender.
– Position the front fender. Mount and tighten screws .
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
Info
Make sure the holding lugs engage in the start number plate or headlight
mask.