Inspection - Suzuki DR-Z400S 2001 Service Manual

Remove the oil seal 1 , oil seal retainer 2 , outer tube
antifriction metal 3 inner tube antifriction metal 4, and oil
lock piece 5.
The outer and inner tube's antifriction metals must be
replaced along with the oil seal and dust seal when
assembling the front fork.

INSPECTION

FORK SPRING
Measure the fork spring free length. If the fork spring free length
is shorter than the service limit, replace the fork spring with a
new one.
Front fork spring free length
Service Limit: 561 mm (22.1 in)
INNER AND OUTER TUBE
Inspect the inner tube sliding surface and outer tube sliding sur-
face for any scuffing or damage. If any damages are found, re-
place the inner tube and outer tube with new ones.
DAMPER ROD RING
Inspect the damper rod ring for wear or damage. If any damages
are found, replace the fork cylinder ring with a new one.
CHASSIS
1
2 3
4
6-13
5