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Maintenance and Adjustment
Page 65
FRONT SUSPENSION
Front Fork Inspection
•
Examine each fork stanchion for any
sign of damage, scratching of the
slider surface, or for oil leaks.
•
If any damage or leakage is found
consult an authorised Triumph
dealer.
To check that the forks operate smoothly:
•
Position the motorcycle on level
ground.
•
While holding the handlebars and
applying the front brake, pump the
forks up and down several times.
NOTE:
•
The suspension movement will be
affected by different adjustment
settings.
•
If
roughness
or
excessive
stiffness is detected, consult your
authorised Triumph dealer.
WARNING:
Riding
the
motorcycle with defective or
damaged suspension can damage the
motorcycle, cause loss of control, or
an accident.
SUSPENSION SETTING
The standard suspension settings provide a
comfortable ride and good handling
characteristics for general, solo riding. The
chart on the following page shows
suggested settings for front and rear
suspension.
WARNING: Never attempt to
dismantle any part of the
suspension units, as all units contain
pressurised oil. Skin and eye damage
can result from contact with the
presurised oil.
WARNING: Ensure that the
correct balance between front
and rear suspension is maintained.
Suspension
imbalance
could
significantly
change
handling
characteristics leading to loss of
control and an accident. Refer to the
chart overleaf for further information
or consult your Triumph dealer.
WARNING: Ensure that the
adjusters are set to the same
setting on both forks. Settings which
vary from left to right hand forks may
affect handling resulting in loss of
control, and an accident.
NOTE:
•
The setting figures over-page
are all measured as clicks out from
the fully screwed in position
unless stated otherwise.
