2-20 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
FRONT FORK
• Move the front fork up and down several times and inspect for
smooth movement.
• Inspect for damage and oil leaks.
• Inspect the bolts and nuts for tightness.
• Place a stand under the chassis tube to lift the front wheel off
the ground.
• Remove the air bleed screw and equalize the air pressure in
the front forks to atmospheric pressure.
• Refit the air bleed screw.
REAR SUSPENSION
• Move the rear suspension up and down several times and
inspect for smooth movement.
• Inspect for damage and oil leaks.
• Inspect the bolts and nuts for tightness.
WHEELS AND TIRES
WHEEL RIM
• Inspect the wheel bearing for rattles. Replace the bearings if
necessary. (14-4, -7)
• Inspect the wheel rim runout. (14-4)