Rear Suspension: 2C-4
2) Inspect the rear shock absorber for damage and oil
leakage, and absorber bushing for wear and
damage. If any defect is found, replace the rear
shock absorber with a new one.
CAUTION
!
Do not attempt to disassemble the rear shock
absorber. It is unserviceable.
3) Install the rear shock absorber. Refer to “Rear Shock
Absorber Removal and Installation (Page 2C-3)”.
Rear Suspension Adjustment
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After installing the rear suspension, adjust the spring
pre-load and damping force as follows.
Spring Pre-load Adjustment
Turn the spring Pre-load adjuster (1) to the desired
position.
NOTE
Position 1 provides the softest spring tension
and position 7 provides the stiffest.
STD position
3rd position
Rear Shock Absorber Disposal
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Refer to “Rear Shock Absorber Removal and Installation
(Page 2C-3)”.
The rear shock absorber unit contains high-pressure
nitrogen gas.
WARNING
!
• Mishandling can cause explosion.
• Keep away from fire and heat. High gas
pressure caused by heat can cause an
explosion.
• Release gas pressure before disposing.
Gas Pressure Release
Make sure to observe the following precautions.
WARNING
!
• Never apply heat or disassemble the
damper unit since it can explode or oil can
splash hazardously.
• When discarding the rear cushion unit, be
sure to release gas pressure from the unit
following the procedures.
1) Mark the drill center at the location “A” using a center
punch.
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1
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“a”: 7 mm (0.28 in) “A”: Mark the drill hole
1
2
3
5
4
1
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“a”
“A”
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