Removing The Front Fork - APRILIA RS 50 Workshop Manual

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REMOVING THE FRONT FORK

Read through the section PRECAUTIONS AND
GENERAL INFORMATION.
Remove the fairings (REMOVING THE SIDE
FAIRINGS).
Remove the lower fairing tip (REMOVING THE
LOWER FAIRING).
Remove the front wheel (REMOVING THE FRONT
WHEEL ASSEMBLY).
Remove the front mudguard (REMOVING THE
FRONT MUDGUARD).
CAUTION
Never remove a fork before placing under the
vehicle a support of suitable size. Failure to take
this precaution may cause the vehicle to tip over.
IMPORTANT
Before attempting to remove the fork,
ensure there is enough room under it.
Loosen and remove screw (1).
Tightening torque for screw (1):
5 Nm (0.5 kgm) [3.7 ft-lb]
Remove fork rod plugs (2).
IMPORTANT
Before loosening both screws (3),
support the fork to prevent it from accidentally falling
and being damaged.
Loosen screws (3).
Remove fork (4) from the upper plate and from the
base with the head tube.
IMPORTANT Before removing the left fork, remove
the front brake caliper fixed to the sheath.
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