Take off the rubber cap on the kingpin and remove the
cotter pins on the kingpin.
Unscrew the castle nut and remove the kingpin.
TIE-ROD INSPECTION
Inspect the tie-rod for damage or bending.
Inspect the ball joint rubbers for damage,
wear or deterioration.
Turn the ball joints with fingers. The ball joints should
turn smoothly and quietly.
KINGPIN INSPECTION
Inspect the kingpin for damage or cracks.
Measure the kingpin outer diameter.
Upper minimum limit: Ø15.40 mm
Lower minimum limit: Ø16.90 mm
KINGPIN BUSHING INSPECTION
There are two bushing in the sleeve of front swing arm,
the upper and lower bushing.
Check the kingpin bushings for wear or damage.
Measure the inner diameter of the bushings.
Upper minimum limit: Ø15.69 mm
Lower minimum limit: Ø17.19 mm
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