GAS GAS EX 250 2023, Owner'S Manual

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11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Main work
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Release bleeder screws
1
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Any excess pressure escapes from the interior of the fork.
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Tighten the bleeder screws.
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 43)
11.4 Cleaning the dust boots of the fork legs
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 43)
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Remove the fork protector. ( p. 46)
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Main work
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Push dust boots
1
of both fork legs downward.
Info
The dust boots remove dust and coarse dirt particles from
the inside fork tubes. Over time, dirt can accumulate behind
the dust boots. If this dirt is not removed, the oil seals
behind can start to leak.
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs
reduces the braking effect.
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
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Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when neces-
sary.
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Clean and oil the dust boots and inner fork tubes of both fork legs.
Universal oil spray ( p. 134)
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Press the dust boots back into their normal position.
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Remove excess oil.
Finishing work
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Install the fork protector. ( p. 46)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 43)