Service Manual (KLZ1000C) — page 423 of 762

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SUSPENSION 13-31
Rear Shock Absorber
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
• Remove    the rear shock absorber (see Rear Shock Ab-
  sorber Removal(13-29)).
• Visually inspect the following items.
   Oil Leakage
      Crack or Dent
    If there is any damage to the rear shock absorber, replace
    it.
•   Visually inspect the rubber bushing.
    If it show any signs of damage, replace it.
Rear Shock Absorber Scrapping
                           WARNING
    Since the rear shock absorber contains nitrogen
    gas, do not incinerate the rear shock absorber with-
    out first releasing the gas or it may explode. Before
    a rear shock absorber is scrapped, drill a hole at the
    point [A] shown to release the nitrogen gas com-
    pletely. Wear safety glasses when drilling the hole,
    as the gas may blow out bits of drilled metal when
    the hole opens.

Rear Shock Absorber Bearing Removal
• Remove:
   Rear Shock Absorber (see Rear Shock Absorber Re-
     moval(13-29))
     Sleeve [A]
     Grease Seals [B]
•   Remove the needle bearing [C], using a suitable tool.

Rear Shock Absorber Bearing Installation
• Replace
  new ones.
             the needle bearing [A] and grease seals [B] with

• Apply   plenty of grease to the lips of the grease seals.
• [C] 7.5themmneedle
  Install             bearing position as shown.
                 (0.30 in.)
• Install the grease seals and sleeve [D].