Fig. 6.62
INSPECTION
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Before inspection clean all the components
with a cleaning solvent.
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Inspect piston front fork and ring damper
piston for wear and any damage. (Fig.6.61)
Replace with new one if any damage is
noticed.
Inspect the outer surface of inner tube and
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sliding surface (inner surface) of outer tube for
any scuffing, scratches, dents, plating peel off
etc.. Replace the inner tube or outer tube if it
has surface defects / flaws. If the inner tube
has damage / dent on surface, replace the oil
seal and inner tube together.
Similarly, inspect the DU bush for any damage
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or wear. Replace if found any.
Spring front fork
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Measure the free length (A) of the spring front
fork. If the length is shorter than service limit or
deformation of spring, replace it with a new
one. (Fig. 6.62)
Service limit length (A)
428 mm
REASSEMBLY
Reassemble and remount the leg assemblies
front fork in the reverse order of disassembly
while carrying out the following steps.
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Refer leg assembly front fork exploded view
(Fig. 6.63) for assembly details.
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Make sure all components are clean.
Lubricate the inner surface of the outer
tube and outer surface of the inner tube.
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Insert the fork piston along with the rebound
spring slowly, so that it slides down into the
tube inner and protrudes from the bottom.
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Assemble spindle tapper in the piston. now
insert the outer tube in the inner tube along
with DU bush.
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Apply thread lock to the allen screw of the
piston before assembly.
Fig. 6.63
Fig. 6.61
TVS APACHE RTR 200
SERVICE MANUAL
CHASSIS
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