13. STEERINGHANDLEBAR/FRONTWHEEL/FRONT BRAKE/FRONTSHOCKABSORBER/FRONTFORK SUPER 9 50 Set the front shock absorber in a vise. Remove the damper rod hex bolt and copper washer. Pull out the front shock absorber tube. After the hex bolt is removed, place a container under the front shock absorber to drain the engine oil from it. Hex Bolt Set the front shock absorber tube in a vise. Remove the lock nut on the front shock absorber tube. Take out the shock absorber spring and damper rod. When holding the shock absorber tube, place a shop towel to protect it and do apply too much force . Lock Nut Shock Absorber Tube INSPECTION Shock Absorber Tube Inspect the following items and replace if necessary. ·Front shock absorber tube bending, damage or wear ·Weak front shock absorber spring ·Damper and damper rod bending ·Oil seal damage or wear 13-15