Assembling The Front Fork Legs - Yamaha VMX12 2001 Service Manual

FRONT FORK
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ASSEMBLING THE FRONT FORK LEGS

The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
WARNING
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• Make sure the oil levels in both front fork
legs are equal.
• Uneven oil levels can result in poor han-
dling and a loss of stability.
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NOTE:
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• When assembling the front fork leg, be sure
to replace the following parts:
- inner tube bushing
- outer tube bushing
- oil seal
- dust seal
• Before assembling the front fork leg, make
sure all of the components are clean.
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1. Install:
• damper rod 1
CAUTION:
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Allow the damper rod to slide slowly down
the inner tube until it protrudes from the
bottom of the inner tube. Be careful not to
damage the inner tube.
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2. Install:
• inner tube bushing 1
• oil flow stopper 2
3. Lubricate:
• inner tube's outer surface
Recommended lubricant
Fork oil 10W or equivalent
4. Install:
• outer tube
(on to inner tube)
• copper washer
• damper rod bolt
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