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Ever since I bought my bike in mid March it would "squeek" when I get off it or go to move it. Last night I decided to find this squeek and commenced removing the support/s/linkages for the rear shock. The nightmare begins..... the manual describes the process for removal, starting with side covers and mufflers (no problem:cool10: ).......on to the bolts (slight problem but nothing that an impact driver can't solve:smash2: )......next the pins/bushings on either side of the the main bolt that sits just under the shock (the one on the right side with the flat portion/threads = a little work but finally removed)......the pin on the left has nothing to grab on to (the kicker here is the manual shows a picture of it being removed with needlenose pliers = Not @!#$%^& likely:bang head: ) I must admit I finally got frusted enough to use visegrips in an attempt to grab it......well they worked with no ill effects. What a mess.....the pins bushing etc still had grease on them, the only problem was that it was so dry that it resembled something hard baked, they actually provided considerable resistance instead of lubrication. It would have been nice (although common sense would tell you) if the manual were to mention that the rear wheel will drop during the procedure ) The Dream begins.......... The squeek was located and removed (it was at the pivot point right by the centre stand . The ride to work this morning was utterly fantastic.....I've always affectionately called big bikes "couches" but mine sure felt like it this morning.