Yikes! I remember groaning the last time I learned something from Master Roper. But, I couldn't sleep till I checked. And yes, my shock linkage and swing arm bearings were dry. From the factory.
So, thanks again, Pete. My '08 Sport's next (30k) service is gonna be epic!
I can definitely bear witness to that fact! One ruined road boot, one hand cut gasket, several helping hands, a quart of oil, and 12 thousand (two-services) miles later, the Valpollini gaskets work.