INSPECTION
FORK SPRING
Check the fork spring for fatigue or damage. Measure the
fork spring free length.
STANDARD: 363 mm (14.291 in)
FORK PIPE/SLIDER
Check the fork pipe and slider for score marks, scratches,
or excessive or abnormal wear.
Place the fork pipe on V-blocks.
Turn the fork pipe and measure the runout using a dial
indicator.
Actual runout is 1/2 of the total indicator reading.
SERVICE LIMIT: 0.20 mm (0.008 in)
FORK PISTON/REBOUND SPRING/OIL LOCK PIECE
Check the fork piston, piston ring and oil lock piece for
wear or damage.
Check the rebound spring for fatigue or damage.
Replace any components that are worn or damage.
FRONT WHEEL/SUSPENSION/STEERING
FORK SLIDER
FORK PISTON
PISTON RING
OIL LOCK PIECE
FORK PIPE
REBOUND
SPRING
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