1997-2001 Honda TRX250 Fourtrax Recon Service Manual, Page 60Get this manual
MAINTENANCE
SUSPENSION
'M iW!UiI N
Do not ride vehicle th faulty suspension Loose, worn or damaged suspension parts impair vehicle stability and control
Check the action of the frontrear shock absorber by compressi ng them several times Check the entire shock absorber assembly for leaks or damageReplace damaged compo nents wh ich cannot be re paired Tighten ali ll uts and bolts
SWINGARM BEARINGS
Ra ise the rear whee ls off the ground by placing jack or block under the engi neMove the rear axle sideways using moderate force to see if the whee and swi ngarm bearings are wo rnReplace the bearings if there is any play (page 13-6)