6
FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP
23
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Measure the run-out of the inner tube.
Run-out of inner tube
≤
0.20 mm (
≤
0.0079 in)
» If the measured value is greater than the specified value:
–
Replace the inner tube.
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–
Check the outer tube for damage.
» If damage is found:
–
Replace the outer tube.
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–
Check the surface of the sliding bushings.
» If the bronze-colored layer
A
under sliding layer
B
is visible:
–
Replace the sliding bushings.
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–
Check the spring length.
Guideline
Spring length with preload spacer(s)
462 mm (18.19 in)
» If the measured value is greater than the specified value:
–
Reduce the strength of the pretensioning bushes.
» If the measured value is less than the specified value:
–
Increase the strength of the preload spacers.
6.12
Assembling the fork legs
Info
These operations are the same on both fork legs.
Preparatory work
–
Check the fork legs. (
p. 22)
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Main work
–
Clamp the inner tube with the axle clamp.
–
Mount special tool.
Protecting sleeve (T1401) (
p. 221)
–
Grease and push on dust boot
1
.
Lubricant (T511) (
p. 208)
Info
Always replace the dust boot, seal ring, lock ring, and support ring.
Install the dust boot with the sealing lip and spring expander facing down-
ward.
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