Rear suspension of motorcycle Yamaha FZ1 (2006-2015)

Removing the rear shock absorber assembly
Order Job/Parts to remove Quantity Remarks Rider and passenger seat Refer to « General chassis ». Side cover (left and right) Refer to « General chassis ». Brake fluid reservoir tank bolt Refer to « Rear brake ». 1 Self-locking nut/bolt 1/1 2...

Handling the rear shock absorber
Warning! This rear shock absorber contains highly compressed nitrogen gas. Before handling the rear shock absorber, read and make sure you understand the following information. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for property damage or...

Disposing of a rear shock absorber
1. Gas pressure must be released before disposing of a rear shock absorber. To release the gas pressure, drill a 2-3 mm (0.079-0.118 in) hole through the rear shock absorber at a point 15-20 mm (0.59-0.79 in) from its end as shown. Warning! Wear eye...

Checking the rear shock absorber assembly
1. Check: Rear shock absorber rod. Bends/damage → Replace the rear shock absorber assembly. Rear shock absorber. Gas leaks/oil leaks → Replace the rear shock absorber assembly. Spring. Damage/wear → Replace the rear shock absorber assembly....

Checking the connecting arm and relay arm
1. Check: Connecting arms «1» Relay arm «2» Damage/wear → Replace. 2. Check: Bearings Oil seals Damage/pitting → Replace. 3. Check: Collar Damage/scratches → Replace.

Installing the rear shock absorber assembly
1. Lubricate: Spacers Bearings Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease. 2. Install: Rear shock absorber assembly 3. Tighten: Rear shock absorber assembly upper nut Rear shock absorber assembly upper nut: 44 Nm (4.4 m·kg, 32 ft·lb). Rear...

Removing the swingarm
Order Job/Parts to remove Quantity Remarks Rear wheel Refer to « Rear wheel ». Rear brake caliper Refer to « Rear brake ». Rear shock absorber Refer to « Rear shock absorber assembly ». Drive sprocket Refer to « Engine removal ». 1 Rear fender cover...

Installing the swingarm
1. Lubricate: Bearings Spacers Dust covers Pivot shaft Recommended lubricant: Lithium-soap-based grease. 2. Install: Swingarm Pivot shaft «1» Pivot shaft nut «2» 3. Install: Rear shock absorber assembly Rear wheel Refer to «INSTALLING THE REAR SHOCK...