Introduction
READ BEFORE INSTALLATION
- Never unscrew the banjo bolts of the hose to reorient them
- Do not bend the hoses at a 90° angle
- Do not route the hoses near a place where it can rub or be pinched
- Do not route the hoses near extreme heat-generating parts (ie: exhaust)
- Do not over tighten the metal collars on the reservoir (torque to 6 lb/in)
- Make sure the reservoir and hose stay clear of any moving parts
(ie: swingarm, chain)
- Hoses can be secured to the frame using zip ties to avoid contact with moving parts
- Make sure that the shock bolts and metal collars are tightened properly before riding
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Lift the vehicle off the ground with a jack or on a stand. Remove the stock shock absorbers from the vehicle.
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Install the Elka shock absorbers bolting the top mount first with the piggyback reservoirs towards the top with the adjustment knobs towards the outside of the quad.
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Refer to the Elka owner’s manual to set the ride height and for adjustment procédures.
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Lift the vehicle off the ground with a jack or on a stand. Remove the stock shock absorbers from the vehicle.
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Remove the rear fender and the seat. Install the rear bracket.
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Remove the linkage bolt and the upper shock bolt.
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Remove the stock suspension. You need to lift the axle. You can use a strap.
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Remove the overflow oil tank.
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To install the ELKA shock, you need to pass the reservoir in the swing arm first.
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The hose needs to be on the right side of the quad when you install the upper bolt on the suspension.
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Pass the hose between the intake system and the air box.
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Pass the rear hose near the sub frame and install overflow oil tank.
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Install the rubber mount on the rear bracket and the reservoir with the angle as shown (install the rear fenders before tighten the rear reservoir).
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Install the linkage and put the rebound adjuster (adjustable using a screwdriver) at the bottom of the shock should face the front of the quad.
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Install the rear fender and make sure there is no interference between the fender and the hose.
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Do not over tighten the metal collars on the reservoir (torque to 6 lb/in). Make sure to route the hose according to the pictures.
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Refer to the ELKA owner’s manual to set the ride height and for adjustment procédures.
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Installation is complete.
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