Zero Motorcycles MX 2012, Owner'S Manual

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5-8
Suspension
Front
For maintenance, see Maintenance Schedule on
pages 5-23 through 5-28.
To adjust the fork, see Suspension Adjustment on
page 4-21.
Rear
CAUTION : The shock absorber assembly contains
highly pressurized gas.
•
Do not attempt to tamper with or open the
cylinder or shock.
•
Do not subject the shock to high temperature or
open flame.
Doing either of these can cause the cylinder or shock
to explode causing personal injury or death.
For maintenance, see Maintenance Schedule on
pages 5-23 through 5-28.
To adjust the shock, see Suspension Adjustment on
page 4-23.
Wheels And Tires
Inspect both wheels for the following:
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Bent, loose, or missing spokes
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Bent or cracked rims
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Impact marks on the rims
Inspect both tires for the following:
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Cuts, cracks, splits, or missing tread lugs in the
tread or sidewall area
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Bumps or bulges within the tire body
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Uneven tire tread wear. Wear on one side of the
tire tread or flat spots in the tire tread indicate a
problem with the tire or motorcycle.
•
Exposed tire thread or cords
If either of the wheels or tires are found to have any
of these conditions, replace the wheel and/or tire
immediately.