2
1
Put the motorcycle on a work stand so that the
rear wheel barely touches the ground.
2
Remove the seats.
3
If your vehicle is equipped with dynamic
ESA:
Disconnect the 2 connectors under the seat
and free the cables to the shock absorber.
Protect the open connectors from moisture and
dirt. Disconnect the position sensor not to over
stretch any parts when lowering the swing arm.
4
Remove the silencer mounting screw and
loosen the brake uid reservoir for the rear
brake.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Warning!⚠
We strongly recommend to let an Öhlins dealer
install this product.
Warning!⚠
If you work with a lifted vehicle, make sure that it
is safely supported to prevent it from tipping over.
Note!1
When you work with this product, see the
vehicle service manual for vehicle specic
procedures and important data.
Note!1
Before you install this product clean the vehicle.
5
Loosen the foot rests enough to be able to
slightly raise the rear sub frame.
Caution!✋
Make sure not to damage/scratch or over
stretch any parts. While working you may need
to cut off tie wraps to get access to all parts. If
necessary disconnect the cable to the rectier to
avoid damaging the connection.
6
Loosen, but do not remove, the upper
mounting screws for the rear subframe.
Remove the lower mounting screws for the rear
subframe.
7
Remove the shock absorber mounting bolts.
Raise the rear sub frame and remove the
original shock absorber.
8
Install the Öhlins shock absorber in reverse
order. Position the shock absorber with the
preload adjuster on the right side and gas valve
pointing towards the rear.
9
Install the upper and the lower schock absorber
attachment bolts.
Note!1
Lower the vehicle so that the suspension is
slightly compressed before you tighten s.
