RobbieAG
Robert
I replaced my shock this past weekend. Here are some observations. It was more involved than my ST1100 was, but not that bad.
- removed rear wheel (was replacing rear tire)
- didn't remove right step holder, just loosened bolts to clear removing the lower shock bolt. Reversed the bolt when reinstalling.
- had to remove seat adjuster (not mentioned in service manual) to access top shock bolt. Used tape on the nut and stuffed a rag underneath in case it came off during installation.
- didn't need to remove shock preload adjuster knob as service manual advises
- didn't need to remove the battery
- removed and installed the shock through the top/side
- removed rear wheel (was replacing rear tire)
- didn't remove right step holder, just loosened bolts to clear removing the lower shock bolt. Reversed the bolt when reinstalling.
- had to remove seat adjuster (not mentioned in service manual) to access top shock bolt. Used tape on the nut and stuffed a rag underneath in case it came off during installation.
- didn't need to remove shock preload adjuster knob as service manual advises
- didn't need to remove the battery
- removed and installed the shock through the top/side