Suzuki DR600S - Page 78

SERVICING ENGINE 3-44
SHIFT FORK-GROOVE CLEARANCE Shift fork-Groove clearance
Using a thickness gauge, check the shifting fork
clearance in the groove of its gear. Standard Service Limit
The
clearance
for
each
of
the
three
shifting
forks
0.10
—
0.30
mm
0.50
mm
plays
an
important
role
in
the
smoothness
and
(0.004
—
0.012
in)
(0.020
in)
positiveness of shifting action.
If the clearance checked is noted to exceed the
limit specified, replace the fork or its gear, or both.
09900-20803 Thickness gauge
Shift fork groove width
5.00 — 5.10 mm
Checking
groove
width
Shift fork thickness
4.80 — 4.90 mm
Standard
(0.189
—
0.193
in)
Checking thickness