12.4
Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
12.5
Removing the fork protector
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
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Remove the fork protector. (
Main work
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Push dust boots
Info
The dust boots remove dust and coarse dirt particles
from the inside fork tubes. Over time, dirt can accumu-
late behind the dust boots. If this dirt is not removed,
the oil seals behind can start to leak.
K00070-10
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs
reduces the braking effect.
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
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Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when nec-
essary.
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Clean and oil the dust boots and inner fork tubes of both fork
legs.
Universal oil spray (
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Press the dust boots back into their installation position.
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Remove excess oil.
Finishing work
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Install the fork protector. (
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Remove screws
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Remove screws
fork protector.
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Remove screws
fork protector.
V00332-10
SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 12
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1
of both fork legs downward.
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1
and take off the clamp.
2
on the left fork leg and take off the left
3
on the right fork leg and take off the right
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