4-6 MACHINE TUNING
OIL CHANGE
(Only for outer tube oil chamber)
• Remove the front forks. (
18-5)
• Thoroughly clean the fork before disassembly.
• Clamp the outer tube with a vise. Protect the outer tube with a
rag when using a vise. (
18-6)
• Loosen and remove the fork cap bolt (sub-tank) from the outer
tube and slowly slide down the outer tube. (
18-6)
09941-53630: Front fork top cap wrench
• Hold the front fork inverted position for more than 20 minutes
to allow the fork oil to fully drain.
• Force out the remaining oil using compressed air completely.
* The fork oil quantity must be adjusted equally on
both fork legs to provide equal performance.
* Scratches or other damage on the inner tube or on
the oil seal lip will cause oil leak.
* Avoid scratching or damaging the inner tube or the
oil seal. Use a mild detergent or car wash soap and
sponge out dirt with plenty of water.
