Rear suspension

7 -	Rear suspension

1	Shock absorber

2

3	Shock absorber mounting

4

5

6

Spare parts catalogue


1100 ABS	Rear suspension
1100 S ABS	Rear suspension

Bold reference numbers in this section identify parts not shown in the figures alongside the text, but which can be found in the exploded view diagram.

Rear suspension system

The rear suspension system uses a hydraulic monoshock absorber (1) with rebound and spring preload adjustment.

The shock absorber is pivot-mounted to the swingarm at the lower end and to the rear subframe frame at the upper end.
This system gives the motorcycle excellent stability.

To adjust the rear shock absorber refer to Sect. D 4, Adjusting the rear shock absorber.

Removal of the rear shock absorber

Remove the seat (Sect. E 3, Removal of the seat).

To remove the rear shock absorber from the vehicle, undo the nut (6) and screw (5).

Overhauling the rear shock absorber (1100 ABS)

Before dismantling the shock absorber, measure the spring preload length (L). The same length must be restored on re-assembly.

Disassembly of the rear shock absorber

Remove the shock absorber mounting (3) by while holding the screw (2) and unscrewing the nut (4).

Slacken off lock nut (A) and spring adjuster nut (B) with a pin wrench or special tool, and remove the spring.

Visually inspect the shock absorber for oil leaks and other problems.

Renew the shock absorber if necessary.

Reassembly of the rear shock absorber

Fit the spring into its seat in the shock absorber with the tapered end towards the lower mounting.

Screw in the spring adjuster nut (B) to obtain the previously measured length (L).

One full turn of the adjuster nut changes the length of the spring by 1.5 mm.

Tighten down the lock nut (A) against the adjuster (B).

Lubricate the thread and underside of the head of the screw (2) and the contact face of the nut (4) with the specific grease.

Refit the shock absorber mounting (3) inserting the screw (2) and screwing on the nut (4).

Insert the screw (2) from the side on which the adjuster screw (C) is located.

Tighten the nut (4) to the specified torque (Sect. C 3, Frame torque settings) while holding screw (2).

Overhauling the rear shock absorber (1100 S ABS)

Contact an authorised ÖHLINS Service Centre in case of problems with the shock absorber.

Refitting the rear shock absorber

Lubricate the thread and underside of the head of the shock absorber screw.

Insert the upper end of the shock absorber in the hole in the rear subframe and fit the nut (6).

Orientate the rear shock absorber with the preload adjuster screw (C) as shown in the photo.

Install the lower end of the shock absorber in the swingarm.

Grease the thread, underside and sliding surface of the lower retaining screw (5) and insert it in the swingarm from the inside.

Tighten the screw (5) and nut to the specified tightening torque (Sect. C 3, Frame torque settings).

Refit the seat (Sect. E 3, Refitting the seat).