Inspecting The Front And Rear Suspension; Front Suspension - APRILIA RSV 1000 R Factory Use And Maintenance Book

INSPECTING THE FRONT AND
REAR SUSPENSION
R e a d p a g e 6 1 ( M A I N T E N A N C E )
carefully.
NOTE
Have the front fork oil changed by
Official dealer, for guaranteed
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accurate, prompt service.
NOTE
Halve maintenance intervals if
the vehicle is used in rainy or dusty
conditions, on rough roads or for racing.
Have the front fork oil changed after the
first 10000 km (6250 mi) and every 20000
km (12500 mi) afterwards.
If the vehicle is equipped with an "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 every 10000 km
(6250 mi) afterwards:
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Keep the brake lever squeezed in and
press down repeatedly on the handlebars
to compress the front fork. The front fork
should compress in a smooth motion.
Inspect the fork legs for any traces of oil.
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Ensure that all parts are firmly tightened
and check for proper operation of the
front and rear suspension joints.
CAUTION
In the event of abnormal operation, or if
qualified assistance is necessary,
contact your Official dealer.
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FRONT SUSPENSION

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Have the fork oil seals changed by
Official dealer after the first
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30000 km (18750 mi) and every 20000
km (12500 mi) afterwards.
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Every 10000 km (6250 mi) check,
clean and lubricate the fork oil seals. If
necessary, have them replaced at an
Official dealer.
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The front suspension is managed by a
hydraulic fork, which is held to the steering
tube by two yokes.
Each fork leg is fitted with suitable
adjusters to modify suspension response.
An upper adjuster screw (1) controls
rebound damping, whereas a lower
adjuster screw (2) controls compression
damping. A top-mounted adjuster nut (3)
controls springs preload.
FRONT FORK ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION
Do not force the adjusters (1-2) beyond
their limit stops in either direction, or
the threads may strip. Set both fork legs
t o t h e s a m e s p r i n g
compression and rebound damping
settings. A vehicle whose fork legs are
set to different settings will be unstable.
When spring preload is increased,
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