fear shock

Discussion in 'Maintenance' started by twodogs, Oct 24, 2011.

  1. twodogs

    twodogs Active Member

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    hi anyone removed the rear shock - any difficulties ? 2008 blade
     
    #1 twodogs, Oct 24, 2011
  2. BladeRR8

    BladeRR8 Active Member

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    Easy mate good tip is take rear wheel out as let's you move the swingarm down nice and low to give more clearance for withdrawal
     
    #2 BladeRR8, Oct 24, 2011
  3. megawatt

    megawatt Well-Known Member

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    May sound obvious , but remember to support bike on swingarm pivot using an ABBA stand or axle stands. DO NOT USE PADDOCK STAND !!!
     
    #3 megawatt, Oct 25, 2011
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  4. twodogs

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    Many thanks used a trolley jack and apiece of wood worked well !!
     
    #4 twodogs, Oct 25, 2011
  5. dan.1moore1

    dan.1moore1 Senior Member

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    I was going to say jack it up .. beat me to it lol
     
    #5 dan.1moore1, Oct 25, 2011

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