Suzuki VL800 Service Manual page 198

7-22 CHASSIS
INSPECTION
INNER AND OUTER TUBES
Inspect the inner tube sliding surface and outer tube sliding sur-
face for scuffing.
FORK SPRING
Measure the fork spring free length. If it is shorter than the ser-
vice limit, replace it with a new one.
& Front fork spring free length
Service Limit: 540 mm (21.26 in)
DAMPER ROD RING
Inspect the damper rod ring for wear or damage. If it is worn or
damaged, replace it with a new one.
REASSEMBLY AND REMOUNTING
Reassemble and remount the front fork in the reverse order of
removal and disassembly. Pay attention o the following points:
SLIDE METALS AND OIL AND DUST SEALS
• Hold the inner tube vertically, clean the metal groove and in-
stall the slide metal by hand.
!
Do not damage the Teflon coated surface of the inner
tube's slide metal when mounting it.
• Install the oil lock piece 1, slide metals 2, oil seal retainer 3
and oil seal 4 onto the inner tube.
NOTE:
Apply grease to the oil seal 4 lip lightly before installing it.
For USA
' 99000-25030: SUZUKI SUPER GREASE "A"
For the other countries
' 99000-25010: SUZUKI SUPER GREASE "A"