SUSPENSION ,11-19

Tightening Torque: 'Exchange the spring for 'an optional

Rear Shock Absorber Nut (Upper and Lower): part 'Instan the spring and retainer clip.
'Adjust the spring preload. •lnstall the
31 N-m (3.2 kg-m. 23 ft-lb) Uni-trak Tie-rod rear shock absorber.
Nut:
59 N-m (6.0 kg-mt 43 ft-lb)

Rear Shock Absorber Spring Replacement

In addition to the standard spring, heavy and
light springs are available. If the standard spring is
improper for your purpose, select a proper one ac-
cording to the ride#s weight or course conditions.
'Remove the following parts.
Seat
Right and Left Side Covers
Rear Frame and Air Cleaner case
'USing the hook wrenéhes (special tools), bosen 'the
locknut and tum the adjustirig- nut all way down.
Rear Shock Absorber Disassembly (01 Change)
-The oil should
changed in the rear shock absorber
at least once per .racing season. The frequency for
best performance must be based
riding condi-
tions and rider ability.
'Remove the rear shock absorber from the frame
(see Rear Shock Absorber Removal).
'Point the valve away from you. Slowly release.
nitre gen gas pressure by pushing down the valve
core with a screwdriver.

A. Adjusting Nut B. Locknut

C. Hook Wrenches: 57W1-11(N)
'Remove the rear shock absorber. R Gas Reservoir B. Valve
'Clean the threaded portion on the upper of thê rear
shock• absorber.
'Hold the upper of the rear shock absorber with a
vise.
'Slide down the rubber
'Remove the spring retainer clip from the shock
absorber and lift off the spring.

WARNING

oBe sure to the reservoir valve away from you

when releasing nitrogen gas pressure. An oil mist
is often released with ete nitogen.
OAJways release nitogen gas pressure befare dis-
assembling the rear shock
to vevent ex-
separadon of parts;

'Point the valve away from you. Slowly release

gen gas pressure by pushing down .the valve core
A. Retainer Clip B. Spring with a screwdriver.