11
SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
11.4
Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
11.5
Removing the fork protector
11.6
Installing the fork protector
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
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Remove the fork protector. (
Main work
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Push dust boot
Info
The dust boots remove dust and coarse dirt particles from the inside fork
tubes. Over time, dirt can penetrate behind the dust boots. If this dirt is not
removed, the oil seals behind can start to leak.
Warning
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Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on
the brake discs.
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Clean and oil the dust boots and inside fork tube of both fork legs.
Universal oil spray (
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Press the dust boots back into their normal position.
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Remove excess oil.
Finishing work
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Install the fork protector. (
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Remove screws
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Remove screws
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Remove screws
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Position the left fork protector. Mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
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Position the brake line and clamp. Mount and tighten screws
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Position the right fork protector. Mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
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p. 34)
downward of both fork legs.
Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with
brake cleaner when necessary.
p. 95)
p. 34)
on the left fork leg and take off the clamp.
on the left fork leg and take off the left fork protector.
on the right fork leg and take off the right fork protector.
p. 33)
p. 33)
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M6
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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M6
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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