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Front Forks
Tools recommended for front fork service:
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Flat head screwdriver
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Hammer
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Pick
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Seal driver MCMUTL02
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9/16” (loose 14 mm) wrench
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25mm wrench or socket
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5 wt fork oil
FORK DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES:
1. Using the 25mm wrench, remove the fork cap.
2. Drain the fork oil into a suitable container.
3. Disconnect the fork cap from the damper rod (9/16” wrench & 25mm wrench).
4. Disconnect the damper assembly from the fork leg by removing the large
aluminum bolt from the bottom of the fork leg (22mm wrench).
5. Pry the dust seal (swiper) from its position with a small screw driver.
6. Using a pick, remove the wire retaining ring holding the fork seals into place.
7. ‘Pop’ the fork seal out by forcibly pulling on both ends of the fork tube
assembly, thus separating the inner from the outer tube.
8. Remove the bushings
9. Clean all components to be reused.
FORK ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES:
Figure 46
CAUTION:
Make sure all components are clean before assembly.
CAUTION:
Be sure to apply oil to the new fork seal and other components before installing.
1. Slide dust seal (swiper) (#6) onto lower fork leg.
2. Slide retaining ring (#5) onto lower fork leg.
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