C
D
A
a
b
A
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ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK
a) REBOUND (TOP ADJUSTER)
Standard setting: 8 clicks.
To reset standard calibration, turn adjuster (C)
clockwise to reach the fully closed position; then,
turn it back by the mentioned clicks. In order to
obtain a smooth braking action, turn the adjuster
counter clockwise. Vice versa to obtain a harder
braking action.
b) COMPRESSION (UPPER REGISTER)
Standard calibration : 8 clicks.
To reset to the standadr calibration turn register (A)
clockwise until the position of fully closed is reached
then, turn back by the mentioned clicks. To obtain
a smoother braking action, turn the register anti-
clockwise. Reverse the operation in order to obtain
a harder action.
- AIR VENT (to carry out monthly).
Set the motorcycle on a central stand, release the
fork fully extended and loosen the air vent valve (D).
Once this operation is over, tighten the valve.
Note*:
Never force the adjusting screws beyond the
maximum open and closed positions.
FORK OIL LEVEL
For regular fork operation, both legs must be pro-
vided with the necessary oil quantity. Remove the
fork legs from the fork to check the oil level. Work
as follows:
- remove the damper rod caps;
- remove springs from the legs letting the oil drain
into the legs;
- bring fork to stroke end;
- check that the level is at distance “A” below the
upper limit of damper rod.
OIL QUANTITY IN EACH FORK LEG
- Oil quantity : 41.06 in
3
. (673 cm
3
)
- Height A:
4.72 in. (120 mm)
with fork leg fully compressed and without spring.
Note*:
Standard spring elastic constant:
K= 5 N/mm
Note*:
Always replace both the spring and the spacers to
keep the preload value unchanged.
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