Specifications

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Front Forks
Tools recommended for front fork service:
Flat head screwdriver
Hammer
Pick
Seal driver MCMUTL02
9/16” (loose 14 mm) wrench
25mm wrench or socket
2.5 wt fork oil
FORK DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURES:
o Using the 25mm wrench, remove the fork cap.
o Drain the fork oil into a suitable container.
o Disconnect the fork cap from the damper rod (9/16” wrench & 25mm wrench).
o Disconnect the damper assembly from the fork leg by removing the large
aluminum bolt from the bottom of the fork leg (22mm wrench).
o Pry the dust seal (swiper) from its position with a small screw driver.
o Using a pick, remove the wire retaining ring holding the fork seals into place.
o ‘Pop’ the fork seal out by forcibly pulling on both ends of the fork tube
assembly, thus separating the inner from the outer tube.
o Remove the bushings
o Clean all components to be reused.
FORK ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES:
Figure 46
CAUTION:
Make sure all components are clean before assembly.
CAUTION:
Be sure to apply oil to the new fork seal and other components before installing.
1. Slide dust seal (swiper) (#6) onto lower fork leg.
2. Slide retaining ring (#5) onto lower fork leg.
3. CAREFULLY slide seal (#4) onto lower fork leg with spring facing away from
snap ring.