MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 115
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NOTICE
The right and left fork tubes must be adjusted
evenly.
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Install the caps on the bottom of the fork tubes.
Fork Oil Level Adjustment
•
Thoroughly clean the forks before disassembly.
NOTICE
Be careful not to scratch the inner tube and
not to damage the
dust seal.
Avoid scratching or damaging the inner tube
or the dust seal. Use a mild detergent and
sponge out dirt w
ith plenty of water.
NOTE
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Record the compression damper setting before
disassembling.
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Set the compre
ssion damp ing to the softest set-
tings before disassembly to prevent the needle of
adjusters from damping.
•
Remove the number plate (see Steering section).
•
Remove the bolts and t
he front fender.
A. Bolts
B. Front Fender
•
Loosen the front
fork clamp bolts (upper).
•
Loosen the front fork top plug.
NOTE
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Do not take off the compression valve assembly.