Rear shock removal

[philmedomsley]

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

[capt]

just un bolt it?

its easy
capt

[knackeredMk1]

Side.

[philmedomsley]

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

[knackeredMk1]

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

[philmedomsley]

Shock now removed thanks for advice.