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– Measure the run-out of the inner tube.
Run-out of inner tube ≤ 0.20 mm (≤ 0.0079 in)
» If the measured value is greater than the specified value:
– Replace the inner tube.
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– Check the outer tube for damage.
» If damage is found:
– Replace the outer tube.
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– Check the surface of the sliding bushings.
» If the bronze-colored layer under sliding layer is visible:
– Replace the sliding bushings.
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– Check the spring length.
Guideline
Spring length with preload spacer(s) 480 mm (18.9 in)
» If the measured value is greater than the specified value:
– Reduce the strength of the pretensioning bushes.
» If the measured value is less than the specified value:
– Increase the strength of the preload spacers.
5.12Assembling the fork legs
Info
These operations are the same on both fork legs.
– Check the fork legs. ( p. 20)
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– Clamp the inner tube with the axle clamp.
– Mount the special tool.
Protecting sleeve (T1401) ( p. 218)
– Grease and push on dust boot .
Lubricant (T511) ( p. 206)
Info
Always replace the dust boot, seal ring, lock ring, and support ring.
Install the dust boot with the sealing lip and spring expander facing down-
ward.
– Push on lock ring .