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FRONT FORK
FRONT FORK STEM ASSEMBLY
A
B
C
The following procedure is applied to both front fork stems.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The oil and dust seals must not be reused after removal. Be-
fore refi tting, check the condition of bushings and guides;
check the guide bushings; if they are lined or scratch, re-
place them. Check the Tefl on coating on the guide bushes as
this must be integral.
Apply adhesive tape to the end of the supporting tube
• So as to cover the seat for the bushing.
• Slightly lubricate the oil and dust fi lters with grease.
Insert the dust seal Fig. B:
• Dust seal (14)
• Dust seal clip (13)
• Oil seal (12)
• Retaining ring (11)
• The bottom guide bushing (8)
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Take note of the direction in which the oil fi lter is facing (12)
as it needs to be inserted with the hollow part facing the re-
taining ring (11).
• Remove the adhesive tape applied at the end of the fork
stem, together with any traces of adhesive remaining.
Insert:
• The upper guide bush (6) Fig. C using the appropriate tool
“X” Fig. C:
(**) Tool for stem guide bush insertion
NOTE:________________________________
If this operation becomes diffi cult, it is possible to use a fl at-
head screwdriver in the slot in the bushing, to make it easier.
• Insert the fork stem into the sleeve, very gently to make sure
it does not damage the top guide bushing.
Accompany:
•
The bottom guide bushing (8) as far as sleeve contact with
the fork Fig. D
• Retaining ring (11)
•
Oil seal (12)
Then place them in the seat.
8
11
12
13
14
6
D
X
COPY - Moto GB - Grant Martland - grantmartland@motogb.co.uk
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