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CHAS
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY AND RELAY
ARM
EAS00686
HANDLING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
WARNING
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This rear shock absorber contains highly
compressed nitrogen gas. Before handling
the rear shock absorber, read and make
sure you understand the following informa-
tion. The manufacturer cannot be held
responsible for property damage or per-
sonal injury that may result from improper
handling of the rear shock absorber.
• Do not tamper or attempt to open the rear
shock absorber.
• Do not subject the rear shock absorber to
an open flame or any other source of high
heat. High heat can cause an explosion
due to excessive gas pressure.
• Do not deform or damage the rear shock
absorber in any way. Rear shock
absorber damage will result in poor
damping performance.
EAS00688
DISPOSING OF A REAR SHOCK
ABSORBER
Gas pressure must be released before dispos-
ing of a rear shock absorber. To release the
gas pressure, drill a 2 ~ 3-mm hole through the
rear shock absorber at a point 15 ~ 20 mm
from its end as shown.
WARNING
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Wear eye protection to prevent eye damage
from released gas or metal chips.
EAS00694
REMOVING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
ASSEMBLY
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
WARNING
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Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
NOTE:
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Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand so
that the rear wheel is elevated.
