Inspecting The Front And Rear Suspensions; Front Suspension - APRILIA RSV MILLE R TUONO - 2002 Manual

INSPECTING THE FRONT AND
REAR SUSPENSIONS
Carefully read p. 83 (MAINTENANCE).
NOTE
Have the front fork oil changed by
an aprilia Official Dealer, who will ensure
you prompt and accurate servicing.
N O T E
P e r f o r m t h e m a i n t e n a n c e
o p e r a t i o n s w i t h h a l f t h e f r e q u e n c y
indicated if the vehicle is used in rainy or
dusty areas, on uneven surfaces or on
racetracks.
Have the front fork oil changed after the
first 7500 km (4687 mi) and successively
every 22500 km (14000 mi).
With "R" front fork  ( ), have the
oil changed every 10000 km (6250 mi).
Carry out the following checks after the first
1000 km (625 mi) and successively every
15000 km (9375 mi):
◆
With pulled front brake lever, press the
handlebar repeatedly, thrusting the fork
downwards. The stroke must be gentle
and there must be no trace of oil on the
legs.
◆
Check the fastening
components and the functionality of the
front and rear suspension joints.
If y ou no t ic e i rreg ul a r it i e s i n t he
operation or if the help of a qualified
technician is necessary, contact your
aprilia Official Dealer.

FRONT SUSPENSION

Have the fork oil seals changed by an
aprilia Official Dealer after the first 30000
km (1875 mi) and successively every
22500 km (14000 mi).
The front suspension consists of an
hydraulic fork connected to the steering
column by means of two plates.
of all the
For the setting of the vehicle attitude, each
rod of the fork is provided with an upper
screw (1) for the adjustment of the
hydraulic rebound damping, a lower screw
(2) for the adjustment of the hydraulic
compression damping and an upper nut (3)
for the adjustment of the spring preload.
ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK
D o n o t f o r c e t h e r o t a t i o n o f t h e
adjusters (1-2) beyond the end of stroke
in both directions, in order to avoid any
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