User Manual

ELKA SUSPENSION INC. Phone: [phone] or 1 800 557-0552 www.elkasuspension.com 3
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE INSTALLATION AND RIDING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Shock absorbers are an important component that can noticeably alter the handling of your vehicle,
and this owner's manual explains how to use and adjust them properly. If you are uncomfortable
installing your shock absorbers or are unsure of the method, have a qualified mechanic install them
for you. Improper installation and adjustment could potentially lead to injuries, death and/or damage
to your vehicle or other vehicles. You should never take any chances with your own safety.
Before installing your shock absorbers, carefully read this owner's manual and the installation
procedure provided for your vehicle to learn the correct installation procedures and avoid the conse-
quences of an incorrect installation.
Always wear the appropriate protective equipment and follow your region’s regulations when riding
your vehicle. Elka Suspension is constantly introducing new products and improving existing ones. For
this reason, Elka Suspension reserves the rights to modify products and add accessories with no
obligations to make such changes to earlier models.
When your shock absorbers require an oil change or other internal maintenance, the Elka Factory
Service Department or an Elka Authorized Service Center are the only qualified to provide the
necessary service or repairs without voiding your warranty.
Elka Suspension shock absorbers are manufactured exclusively for the vehicle that they were ordered
for. Switching units between different vehicles may not only affect the performance but might also
cause damage to the vehicle and could seriously harm or be lethal to the rider. Always call Elka
Suspension to verify compatibility or get the appropriate parts before switching a unit from one
vehicle to another.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
Please refer to the vehicle-specific installation sheet provided in the package for detailed installation
procedures. Elka Suspension recommends the following for all installations:
1. Set your vehicle on a bench or use a jack to take the vehicle's weight off the wheels.
2. Remove the existing shock absorbers (refer to the vehicle’s owner manual if needed).
3. Place the reservoir(s) in position and route the hose according to the provided reservoir installation
sheet specific to your vehicle model (if applicable).
4. Install your new Elka shock absorbers on your vehicle.
5. Tighten the nuts on the upper bolts in accordance with the information and specifications provided
by the vehicle manufacturer and refer to the vehicle’s owner manual if needed.
6. Tighten the nuts on the lower bolts in accordance with the information and specifications provided
by the vehicle manufacturer and refer to the vehicle’s owner manual if needed.
7. For remote reservoir models, attach the rubber mounts and tighten the collars on the reservoirs to a
pressure of 6 lb.in using a torque wrench.