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TC 449 2011/2012 I.E.
TE 449 - 511 2011/2012 I.E.
TXC 449 - 511 2011/2012 I.E.
SMR 449 2011 I.E.
SMR 511 2011/2012 I.E.
Workshop Manual Ed. 03-2012
FRONT SUSPENSION
Check the spring.
Replace it if:
outside diameter is damaged or exceedingly worn.
Free length is 457 mm (18 in.) or less.
Check the inner tube.
Replace if distorted.
(Never attempt to repair or reuse a distorted fork tube).
If the tube shows surface defects, sand the surface.
If repair is not possible, replace the tube.
(Never reuse an inner tube if scored or showing bulges on the outer surface).
Check the outer tube.
Replace the tube is any distortion is detected or if the sliding surface is dam
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aged.
Mount sealing rings and metal parts on the inner tube.
See the figure below for the installation sequence.
Note 1: Grease the edge of the sealing ring.
Note 2: Before sliding the sealing ring over the inner tube, cover tube edge with
plastic as shown in the figure.
This will avoid damage to the oil seal lip.
