Orion AGB-21G - Checking the Rear Shock Absorber Assembly; Checking the Swingarm

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REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AND SWINGARM
CHECKING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLY
1. Check:
rear shock absorber rod
Bends/damage
Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
rear shock absorber
Gas leaks/oil leaks
Replace the rear
shock absorber assembly.
spring
Damage/wear
Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
bolts
Bends/damage/wear
Replace.
CHECKING THE SWINGARM
1. Check:
swingarm
Bends/cracks/damage
Replace.
2. Check:
pivot shaft
Roll the pivot shaft on a flat surface.
Bends
Replace.
Do not attempt to straighten a bent pivot
shaft.
3. Wash:
pivot shaft
spacer ①
bearings ②
Recommended cleaning solvent
Kerosine
WARNING