CHASSIS 8-49 REMOVAL • Lift and support the fuel tank with the fuel tank prop stay. (5-3) • Remove the regulator/rectifier 1. (10-40) • Remove the under cowling. (8-5 to -6) • Support the motorcycle with a jack relieve no load on the rear shock absorber. • Remove the rear shock absorber upper and lower mounting bolts and nuts. • Take out the rear shock absorber. E L P M A INSPECTION S Inspect the shock absorber body and bushing for damage and oil leakage. If any defects are found, replace the shock absorber with a new one.  Do not attempt to disassemble the rear shock absorber unit. It is unserviceable.