REMOVING THE FRONT ARMS
1. Check:
• front arm free play
a. Check the front arm side play
by moving
it from side to side.
If side play is noticeable, check the bush-
ings.
b. Check the front arm vertical movement
by moving it up and down.
If the vertical movement is tight or rough, or
if there is binding, check the bushings.
2. Remove:
• front arm
CHECKING THE FRONT ARMS
1. Check:
• front arms
• seal covers
CHECKING THE FRONT SHOCK
ABSORBERS
The following procedure applies to both of the
front shock absorber assemblies.
1. Check:
• shock absorber
• shock absorber rod
• spring
Move the spring up and down.
Wear/damage → Replace.
• bushes
Wear/damage → Replace.
• spacer
Wear/damage → Replace.
Fatigue
→ Replace the front shock absorber
Bends/damage
→ Replace the front shock
Oil leads
→ Replace the front shock absorber
Bends/damage → Replace.
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ASSEMBLIES
FRONT ARMS AND FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER
CHAS
assembly.
absorber assembly.
assembly.
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