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2012 Superlow rear shocks Torque Settings ?

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Default 2012 Superlow rear shock(bolts) Torque Settings ?

Can anyone tell me the torque settings for the rear shocks on the Superlow i recently bought,bought new bike,shocks & seat,so no money left for a service manual for a little while.
Edited i should have said the torque settings for the rear shock fastening bolts(Torx)
 

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45-50 ft-lbs or 61-68 Nm

Don't forget the Loctite.
 

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45-50 ft-lbs or 61-68 Nm

Don't forget the Loctite.
Thanks Andy, got the blue Loctite, i was surprised to see Torx headed bolts & not a normal a/f type bolt.
 
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For aesthetics button head screws are either hex or Torx. I think the Torx allows for a larger size than if they were hex.

Make sure to hold the nut still and turn the screw else you will remove the paint from the frame and belt guard. No washers under the nuts which is a fail as far as I am concerned.
 
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These are the values for my 2011 Superlow, should be the same for yours.


 
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It doesn't look like the values have changed from 2008 through 2017.
 
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