I am trying to remove the rear shock on my AR. Which is the easiest way to remove, does it come out of the top or the bottom. Thanks

just un bolt it?

its easy
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taken air filter box off, unbolted shock top and bottom, shock is loose and i can move it but not enough to clear top housing. Do I have to take exhaust off? Thanks

Raise the bike by putting it on a stand so the swing arm drops.

Shock now removed thanks for advice.