KTM 690 SMC 2008, Repair Manual

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01/FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP
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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.
200665-10
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Check the surface of the sliding bushings.
» If the bronze-colored layer

under sliding layer

is visible:
–
Replace the sliding bushings.
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Check the spring length.
Guideline
Spring length with preload spacer(s) 480 mm (18.9 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.
5.12
Assembling the fork legs
Info
These operations are the same on both fork legs.
–
Check the fork legs. ( p. 20)
200669-10
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Clamp the inner tube with the axle clamp.
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Mount the special tool.
Protecting sleeve (T1401) ( p. 218)
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Grease and push on dust boot

.
Lubricant (T511) ( p. 206)
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.
–
Push on lock ring

.