Inspecting The Front And Rear Suspensions - APRILIA ETV MILLE CAPONORD ABS - 2003 Manual

INSPECTING THE FRONT
AND REAR SUSPENSIONS
CAUTION
The front fork oil change operation
should be entrusted to your Local april-
ia Dealer.
Carefully read p. 87 (MAINTENANCE).
CAUTION
Perform these maintenance operations
at one-half of the specified intervals, if
your vehicle is often used in rainy or
very dusty conditions, on unpaved
roads, or in any kind of competition.
Have the front fork oil changed every 7,500
mi (12,000 km).
Every 600 mi (1,000 km) and thereafter
every 7,500 mi (12,000 km), carry out the
following checking operations:
◆
Apply the front brake lever and push up
and down on the handlebar repeatedly,
pushing the fork up and down.
The fork must move smoothly and easily,
there must be no trace of oil on the fork
tubes.
◆
Check the torque of all the fasteners on
the front fork and inspect the entire front
fork to make sure that it is in good condi-
tion without leaks or damage. Repeat for
the rear suspension and swinging arm.
CAUTION
Do not ride your vehicle if either sus-
pension is damaged in any way, contact
your Local aprilia Dealer.
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