OHLINS LA 343 Shock Absorber Instruction Manual

Shock Absorber for Lambretta G350 – Rear
LA 343
Mounting Instructions

LA 343 Shock Absorber

Note!
Please note that this image is a general representation of the product and may differ slightly from your product.
Note!
Please note that during storage and transportation, especially at high ambient temperature, some of the oil  and grease used for assembling may leak and stain thepackaging. This is in no way detrimental to the product, wipe off the excessive oil/grease with a cloth.
Note!
Before installing this product, check the contents of the kit. If anything is missing, please check an Öhlins dealer.
Kit Contents

Warning!
Before installing this product, read the Öhlins Owner’s  Manual. The shock absorber is an important part of yourvehicle and will affect the stability.
Warning!
It is advisable to have an Öhlins dealer install the shock absorber.
Warning!
If working on a raised vehicle, ensure it is securely supported so that it will not tip over.
Note!
Before mounting this product clean the vehicle thoroughly.
Note!
When working on this product, always see the Vehicle Service Manual for vehicle specific procedures and important data.

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Put the motorcycle on a work stand so that the rear wheel barely touches the ground. Make sure the motorcycle is in a stable position.

2. Open the seat by using the ignition key.

3. Remove the storage box Ⓐ

4. Remove the rubber cover Ⓑ by loosening the plastic pins ①②.

5. Remove the left side foot peg Ⓒ by loosening the screws ①②.
   Repeat the operation on the opposite side.
   5.1 Remove the left side fairing Ⓓ by loosening the screw ③.
   Repeat the operation on the opposite side.

6. Remove the standard shock absorber Ⓔ by loosening the upper and lower mounting bolts ④⑤.
   Repeat the operation on the opposite side.

7. Install the Öhlins shock absorber by tightening the upper and lower mounting bolts ①② at a torque value as specified in the vehicle service manual. Reverse all the procedures as necessary.

Note!
Lower the vehicle so that the suspension is slightly compressed before tightening the screws.
Caution!
Ensure that all screws are tightened to the correct torque and that nothing fouls or restricts movement of the shock absorber when the suspension is fully compressed or extended.

ADJUSTMENTS

Warning!
Before riding, always make sure that the basic settings made by Öhlins are according to recommended Set-up Data. Read about adjustments and setting up in the Öhlins Owner’s Manual before you make any adjustments. Contact an Öhlins dealer if you have any questions about setting up.

SET-UP DATA

Recommended set-up
Spring Preload ……………………… 12 mm
Compression adjuster …………… 18 Clicks
Rebound adjuster …………………. 18 Clicks
Spring data …………………….Installed spring
Part No ……………….. 66396-52
Free spring length … 230 mm
Spring rate ………….. Prog. 9-15 N/mm
Preload adj.range … [0-21] mm
Shock absorber data
Length ……………….. 350 mm
Stroke ……………….. 105 mm

Öhlins products are subject to continuous improvement and  development, therefore, although these instructions include the most up-to-date information available at the time of printing, minor updates may occur.
To find the latest information contact an Öhlins distributor. Please contact Öhlins if you have  any questions regarding the contents in this document.
© Öhlins Asia Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written  permission of Öhlins Racing ABis prohibited.
Öhlins Asia Co. Ltd
700/937 Moo5, Tambol Nongkhaga, Amphur Phantong, Chonburi Province 20160 Thailand

Part no. MI_LA 343_EN_0
Issued 2023-11-30
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