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Suspensions
(models Casa and Performance)
FRONT-WHEEL SUSPENSION
To change the oil of the front fork, go to a
FAN-
TIC MOTORDealer who will guarantee thorough,
prompt service.
Carefully read page 62 (MAINTENANCE). For the
maintenance intervals, see page 63 (PERIODIC
MAINTENANCE CHARTS) under:
- Fork oil and oil seal.
CONTROL
Carry out the following checks.
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Apply the front brake lever, push down hard
and repeatedly on the handlebar making the
fork compress. The movement must be gen-
tle and there must be no trace of oil on the
rods.
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Check that all the parts of the front-wheel
suspension are tight.
In the event of malfunction or if the work of spe-
cialists is needed, consult a Dealer.
The front-wheel suspension consists of:
-
a hydraulic fork connected through two
plates to steering head tube.
ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: no type of adjustment is envisaged for
this type of suspension. The basic setting of the
suspension is done by FANTIC MOTOR to satisfy
ideal riding conditions [rider only (weight ap-
prox. 75 kg)].
REAR-WHEEL SUSPENSION
For maintenance intervals, see page 63 (PERI-
ODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS) under:
- Rear shock absorber.
The rear-wheel suspension consists of:
-
a damper/linkage unit.
The unit is connected:
- at the top (damper head) to the frame;
- at the bottom (linkage) to the rear fork.
ADJUSTMENT DUMPER PRELOAD
The basic setting of the suspension is done by
FANTIC MOTOR . If different use is required, the
setting may be customised.
It is advisable to wait for the engine to be
completely cold before making changes.
Adjust the spring preload according to the condi-
tions of use of the vehicle.
Do not force rotation of the adjusting devices
beyond the limit (in either direction) to avoid
possible damage.
The settings for racing use are recommended at
the time of organised competitions or sporting
events to be held on circuits cut off from road
traffic and with the approval of the authorities
having jurisdiction.
NOTE: the ring nut (1) adjustment requires re
moval of the air manifold and use of a specific
pin wrench.
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Loosen the locking screw of the ring nut (2)
