Proper torque values for rear suspension and linkage

Discussion in 'Common Items on Husqvarnas: Tires/tubes/grips/etc' started by andyman, Aug 31, 2009.

  1. andyman Husqvarna
    AA Class

    I need to know the PROPER torque values for the rear suspension and linkage. Given that I just stripped the lower shock bolt, either my tq wrench is way off or I mis-interpreted the manual. The service manual is pretty confusing on the values.

    Here are the values that I used. PLEASE let me know if they are incorrect.

    Swingarm 90.3 ft/lbs
    Linkage 59ft/lbs
    Upper and Lower Shock bolts 38.6 ft/lbs
  2. 7point62 Husqvarna
    AA Class

    Location:
    Southwest England
    Husqvarna Motorcycle:
    2004 TE450
    Other Motorcycles:
    2001 Kawasaki TR250
    The swingarm and top shock mount coincide with the values in my '04 owner's manual (I think the bottom mount is a different design on my bike). It's hard to second-guess suitable torque for a fastener without knowing it's grade (tensile strength). It's also impossible to know 100% whether the values in the manual are for dry or lubricated threads - a lubricated thread will pull tighter for a given torque than a dry thread (because the mating surfaces are slipperier) so the torque figure should be reduced mebbe 25% as a very rough rule of thumb for lubed fasteners.

    I recently stripped my rear sussy to grease the bearings and have to admit (shame-faced) that I torqued all the fasteners "by feel".

    Perhaps Husky customer care could shed some light on this?
  3. andyman Husqvarna
    AA Class

    How would one get a hold of Husky Customer Care? That's a good idea.

    I sent them an e-mail or three back several months ago, and never heard back, so I suppose that e-mail is out. lol.