Rear suspension shock absorber — removal and installation The rear suspension shock absorbers are non-separable. If oil leaks are visible on the shock absorber rod, the shock absorber must be replaced. Removing We install the motorcycle on the central stand. 1. Using a 6 mm hex wrench, unscrew the upper...
Rear suspension shock absorber — spring replacement. adjustment The spring is replaced on the shock absorber removed from the motorcycle (see « Rear suspension shock absorber - removal and installation »). 1. We clamp the shock absorber with the upper mount in a vise through wooden spacers and, using special...
Drive chain slider — check, replace The drive chain slider is installed on the rear suspension swingarm and serves to ensure that the drive chain does not rub against the swingarm when the rear suspension is operating. The slider is made of rubber and wears out over time. Increased...
Rear suspension pendulum — check, removal and installation The Honda CB400SF motorcycles are equipped with a rear pendulum suspension with two backpack-type spring-hydraulic shock absorbers. The pendulum of the rear suspension swings on an axle mounted in the frame on two ball bearings and one needle...
Swingarm rear suspension — bearing replacement To replace the rear swingarm bearings, you must first remove the swingarm from the motorcycle (see « Rear suspension pendulum - check, removal and installation »). Removing 1. Remove the pendulum spacer. 2. Pry the oil seal with a slotted...