APRILIA RSV 1000 R - 2003 Manual page 99

INSPECTING THE FRONT
AND REAR SUSPENSIONS
CAUTION
The front fork oil change operation should
be entrusted to your Local aprilia
Dealer.
Carefully read p. 84 (MAINTENANCE).
WARNING
Halve service intervals when the vehicle is
used in rainy or dusty conditions, on
rough roads or for racing.
NOTE
Halve maintenance intervals if
the vehicle is used in rainy or dusty
conditions, on rough roads or for racing.
Have the front fork oil changed after the
first 6,250 mi (10,000 km) and every
12,500 mi (20,000 km) afterwards.
If the vehicle is equipped with an "R" front
fork ( ), have the oil changed
RSV R
every 6,250 mi (10,000 km).
1
3
Carry out the following checks after the first
625 mi (1,000 km) and every 6,250 mi
(10,000 km) afterwards:
◆
Apply the front brake lever and push up and
down on the handlebar repeatedly, pushing
the fork up and down.
The fork must move smoothly and easily,
there must be no trace of oil on the fork
tubes.
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Check the torque of all the fasteners on the
front fork and inspect the entire front fork to
make sure that it is in good condition
without leaks or damage. Repeat for the
rear suspension and swinging arm.
CAUTION
Do not ride your vehicle if either
suspension is damaged in any way,
contact your Local aprilia Dealer.
FRONT SUSPENSION
◆
Have your aprilia dealer change
RSV R
the fork oil seals after the first 18,750 mi
(30,000 km) and thereafter every 12,500 mi
(20,000 km).
1
3
2
◆
Every 6,250 mi (10,000 Km) check, clean,
lubricate and have the fork oil seals changed, if
necessary, by contacting a Local aprilia
Dealer.
The main components of the front suspension
are the two hydraulic fork legs, connected to
the frame through the steering tube, by the
triple clamp and fork head. To allow
adjustment of the vehicle attitude, each fork
tube is provided with an upper screw (1) for
the adjustment of the hydraulic damping on
extension, a lower screw (2) for the
adjustment of the hydraulic damping on
compression, and an upper nut (3) for
adjustment of the spring pre-load.
The height of each fork tube in the triple clamp
and fork head can also be adjusted.
ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK
The front fork is adjusted at the factory to suit
most riding conditions for most riders.
However, it is possible to adjust the fork
setting to your preference, and to
accommodate the full range of operating
conditions that the vehicle is intended to be
used for.
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