Yamaha XP500, Service Manual

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CHAS
FRONT FORK
11.Install:
• fork spring
• fork spring seat
• spacer
• cap bolt
NOTE:
• Install the spring with the smaller pitch facing
up.
• Before installing the cap bolt, lubricate its O-
ring with grease.
• Temporarily tighten the cap bolt.
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INSTALLING THE FRONT FORK LEGS
The following procedure applies to both of the
front fork legs.
1. Install:
• front fork leg
NOTE:
Pull up the inner tube until it stops.
2. Tighten:
• lower bracket pinch bolt
1
• cap bolt
2
• upper bracket pinch bolt
3
1
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23 Nm (2.3 m · kg, 17 ft · lb)
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R
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24 Nm (2.4 m · kg, 17 ft · lb)
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30 Nm (3.0 m · kg, 22 ft · lb)