Checking The Front Fork Legs - Yamaha XV1600A1999 Service Manual

FRONT FORK
3. Remove:
S cartridge cylinder bolt
NOTE:
While holding the cartridge cylinder with the
damper rod holder 1 and T-handle 2 , loosen
the cartridge cylinder bolt.
Damper rod holder
90890-01294
T-Handle
90890-01326
4. Remove:
S inner tube
a. Hold the front fork leg horizontally.
b. Securely clamp the brake caliper bracket in a
vise with soft jaws.
c. Separate the inner tube from the outer tube
by pulling the inner tube forcefully but care-
fully.
CAUTION:
S Excessive force will damage the oil seal
and bushing. A damaged oil seal or bush-
ing must be replaced.
S Avoid bottoming the inner tube into the
outer tube during the above procedure, as
the oil flow stopper will be damaged.
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CHECKING THE FRONT FORK LEGS

The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
1. Check:
S inner tube 1
S outer tube 2
Bends/damage/scratches ! Replace.
WARNING
Do not attempt to straighten a bent inner
tube as this may dangerously weaken it.
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