FFRROONNTT FFOORRKK//SSUUSSPPEENNSSIIOONN IINNSSPPEECCTTIIOONN
1. Place the motorcycle on the sidestand and inspect the front
forks. If fork oil is present on the outer tube,
do not ride the
motorcycle.
See your dealer for service before operating. If fork
oil is present around the fork seals
q
or inner tubes
w
, replace
the fork seals.
2. Clean the fork tubes to remove bugs, tar or buildup which may
cause seal wear or leakage. Inspect the outer surfaces of the
inner fork tubes for scratches or damage from foreign objects.
3. Straddle the motorcycle and bring it to the fully upright
position. Apply the front brake and push downward (hard) on
the handlebars several times. The front suspension should
operate smoothly and quietly.
4. Fork oil condition and level affects front suspension
performance and internal component wear. Replace fork oil at
the recommended intervals. Special tools are required to
perform this procedure. See the
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service
Manual
or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer can
assist.
SSTTEEEERRIINNGG HHEEAADD IINNSSPPEECCTTIIOONN
1. Elevate and support the motorcycle with the front tire slightly
off the floor. See the Elevating the Motorcycle section for
details.
CAUTION
Make sure the motorcycle is stable when elevated. Injury may
occur if the motorcycle tips or falls.
2. Turn the handlebars from stop to stop. The action should be
smooth but not loose. Make sure wires, hoses and control
cables do not interfere with smooth steering.
3. Position the front wheel straight ahead. Grasp the front forks
near the front axle and attempt to move the wheel front-to-back.
If there is front-to-back movement at the steering head, see
your dealer for service.
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