Warning! Securely support the motorcycle so that there is no danger of it falling over.
Note: Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand so that the rear wheel is elevated.
2. Disconnect: battery leads (from the battery terminals)
Caution! First, disconnect the negative lead (1), then the positive lead (2).
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3. Remove:
- connecting arm bolt(swingarm side) (1)
- rear shock absorber assembly lower bolt
Note: While removing the connecting arm bolt (swingarm side), hold the swingarm so that it does not drop down.
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4. Remove:
- rear shock absorber upper bolt
- rear shock absorber