2006-2009 Honda TRX250EX/TRX250X Service Manual, Page 74Get this manual
MAINTENANCE
SUSPENSION
Looseworn Of Check the action of the front and rear shock damaged absorber by compressing them several timesSUSpensIon pans Impair vehicle stab,Jry and control
Check the entire shock absorber assembly for leaks or damageReplace damaged components which cannot be repairedTighten aU nuts and bolts
Raise the rear wheels off the ground by placing jack or block under the engineMove the rear axle sideways using moderate force to see if the wheel and swingarm bearings are