12. FRONT WHEEL/BRAKE/SUSPENSION
DISASSEMBLY
Take out the front shock absorber spring, damper
and damper spring.
INSPECTION
Inspect the following items and replace if
necessary.
Front shock absorber tube bending or damage
Weak front shock absorber spring
Damper and damper rod bending
Oil seal damage or wear
Measure the front shock absorber spring free
length.
Service Limits: 251 mm
ASSEMBLY
Install the damper spring onto the damper rod
and then install them into the front shock
absorber tube.
Install the shock absorber spring onto the front
shock absorber tube and tighten the lock bolt on
the top.
Shock Absorber Case Damper
Shock Absorber Tube Shock Absorber Spring
Install the front shock absorber spring
with the closely wound coils facing
down.
Shock Absorber Tube