| WARNING Pressurized nitrogen may explode when heated. The rear shock contains nitrogen gas. To avoid an explosion, do not incinerate the shock body without first releasing the nitrogen and removing the shraeder valve. |
| WARNING Pressurized gas can cause injury. Do not point the drill toward your face or body. |
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
SwingarmOil Pump Drive Gear Installation
Install is the reverse of removal. Note the following.
First, engage the oil pump chain [A] to the gears, and then
install the oil pump drive gear [B].
Turn the “OUT” mark [C] to outside.
Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the oil pump drive
chain guide bolt and the oil pump drive ...
Ignition Switch Replacement
Remove:
Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal
in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter)
Disconnect the lead connectors [A].
Remove:
Steering Stem Head (see Stem, Stem Bearing Removal
in the Steering chapter)
Using a small chisel or punch [A], turn out the Torx bolts.
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Spring Preload Adjustment
The spring preload adjuster is located
at the lower end of each front fork leg
and can be adjusted.
To increase spring preload and
stiffen the suspension, turn the
preload adjuster clockwise with a
hexagon wrench.
To decrease preload and soften the
suspension, turn the preload adjust ...