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FRAME/CHECK OF FRONT FORK
Park:
• The motorcycle on a level surface.
NOTE:__________________________________________
Prop the motorcycle on suitable supports so that it cannot
fall.
Check:
• The fork stem “A” Fig. A
• The fork sleeve “B” Fig. A
If there is any damage/line, replace.
• The oil seal
If there is any leakage, replace.
Keep:
• The motorcycle in a upright position.
Activate:
• The front brake
Check:
• The fork operation.
Push hard on the handlebar several times to check that the front
fork returns to the stationary position in a smooth way.
If the movement is not smooth, replace (see chapter FRAME/
CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT OF STEERING SLEEVE, section
STEERING SLEEVE BEARING LUBRICATION).
A
A
B
CHECK OF FRONT FORK
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