MOTO GUZZI B043157 Service Station Manual page 311

Moto Guzzi California 1400
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Remove the retainer ring.
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Take out the sleeve from the stem us-
ing the stem as a hammer puller.
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Remove all components of the stanchion.
Checking the components
Stem
Check the sliding surface for scorings and/or scratches.
These scorings can be eliminated by rubbing them with wet sandpaper (grain 1).
If the scorings are deep, replace the stem.
Use a dial gauge to check that the stem bending is below the limit value.
If over the value, replace the stem.
CAUTION
A BENT STEM SHOULD NEVER BE STRAIGHTENED BECAUSE ITS STRUCTURE WOULD BE
WEAKENED AND USING THE VEHICLE MAY BECOME DANGEROUS.
Characteristic
Bending limit:
0.2 mm (0.00787 in)
Sleeve
Check that there are no damages and/or cracks; otherwise, replace it.
Spring
Check the spring is in good conditions.
Suspensions
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