Assembling The Front Fork Legs - Yamaha XP500 2001 Service Manual

FRONT FORK
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ASSEMBLING THE FRONT FORK LEGS

The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
WARNING
S Make sure that the oil levels in both front
fork legs are equal.
S Uneven oil levels can result in poor han-
dling and a loss of stability.
NOTE:
S When assembling the front fork leg, be sure to
replace the following parts:
-inner tube bushing
-outer tube bushing
-oil seal
-dust seal
S Before assembling the front fork leg, make
sure that all of the components are clean.
1. Install:
S damper rod 1
S rebound spring 2
CAUTION:
Allow the damper rod to slide slowly down
the inner tube 3 until it protrudes from the
bottom of the inner tube. Be careful not to
damage the inner tube.
2. Install:
S oil flow stopper 1
3. Lubricate:
S inner tube's outer surface 2
Recommended lubricant
Fork oil 5 W or equivalent
4. Install:
S outer tube (onto the inner tube)
S copper washer
S damper rod bolt
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