Fig. 2.85
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If any play is still found, inspect the following
items and replace the affected parts, if
necessary (refer chapter “Chassis” page no.
6-23 for removal, checking and reassembly
procedures)
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Wear of the race steering inner and outer
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Wear of cup bottom and cone bottom.
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Wear or damage of steering balls.
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Number of balls in cage.
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Distortion of lower bracket complete.
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Rusting of races and balls
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Grease washout
Note:
However, the steering need to be cleaned
and lubricated with fresh grease every
12000 km.
FRONT FORK OIL
Replace every 18000 km.
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Inspect both the leg assemblies of front fork
for any oil leak / abnormality. (Fig. 2.84) If found
any, front fork leg assemblies need to be
serviced.
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However, the front fork oil need to be replaced
every 18000 km. Refer chapter “Chassis”
page no. 6-17 for service and oil replacement
procedure of front fork.
FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION
Inspect for proper function at initial
500 - 750 km and every 3000 km thereafter.
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Inspect the front fork (both the legs) for
smooth operation / proper action. If found any
abnormality service the leg assemblies as
explained in chapter “Chassis” page no. 6-17.
(Fig. 2.85)
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Similarly, inspect the rear shock absorber for
smooth operation / proper action. If found any
abnormality replace the shock absorber. Check
the shock absorber for any mud / dirt
accumulation. If found with mud or dirt, clean
them thoroughly. (Fig. 2.85)
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Inspect for any oil leak in shock absorber.
Replace the shock absorber if found leaking.
TVS APACHE RTR 200
SERVICE MANUAL
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
2-31
Fig. 2.84
