Suzuki RM85 User Manual

FRONT FORK AND STEERING 16-3
FRONT FORK
REMOVAL
• Place a block under the chassis tubes.
• Remove the fork covers, brake hose guide and brake hose
cover.
• Remove the brake caliper. (15-6)
• Remove the front wheel. (14-3)
• Loosen the fork upper clamp bolts 1.
• Loosen the front fork cap bolt 2 1 – 2 turns to facilitate later
disassembly.
• Hold the fork body and loosen the fork lower clamp bolts 3.
• Remove the front forks.
DISASSEMBLY
NOTE:
Set rebound damping adjuster to the softest settings before dis-
assembling. Record the setting before turning the adjuster.
• Thoroughly clean the fork before disassembly.
CAUTION
Scratches or other damage on the inner tube or on the
oil seal lip will cause oil leak.
Avoid scratching or damaging the inner tube or the oil
seal. Use a mild detergent or car wash soap and
sponge out dirt with plenty of water.

Suzuki RM85 Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-stroke, liquid-cooled, single cylinder
Displacement	84.7cc
Bore x Stroke	48.0 mm x 46.8 mm
Ignition	CDI
Transmission	6-speed constant mesh
Final Drive	Chain
Front Brakes	Single hydraulic disc
Rear Brakes	Single hydraulic disc
Compression Ratio	9.5:1
Front Suspension	Inverted telescopic, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension	Swingarm type, coil spring, oil damped
Front Tire	70/100-17
Rear Tire	90/100-14
Overall Width	765 mm
Overall Height	1, 110 mm
Wheelbase	1, 240 mm (48.8 in.)
Curb Weight	73 kg (161 lbs.)
Fuel Tank Capacity	5.5 L