Service manual

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CHAS
FRONT FORK
Inner tube
1. Inspect:
• Inner tube surface a
Score marks → Repair or replace.
Use #1,000 grit wet sandpaper.
Damaged oil lock piece → Replace.
• Inner tube bends
Out of specification → Replace.
Use the dial gauge 1.
EC554400
Fork spring
1. Measure:
• Fork spring free length a
Out of specification → Replace.
The bending value is shown by one half of the
dial gauge reading.
Do not attempt to straighten a bent inner
tube as this may dangerously weaken the
tube.
2. Inspect:
• Piston metal 1
Wear/damage → Replace.
Inner tube bending limit:
0.2 mm (0.008 in)
WARNING
Fork spring free length:
Standard <Limit>
TT-R125E:
472.2 mm (18.59 in)
TT-R125LE:
463.9 mm (18.23 in)
TT-R125E:
478.7 mm (18.82 in)
TT-R125LE:
469.4 mm (18.46 in)
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