If there is any damage, replace the inner tube. Since damage to the inner tube damages the oil seal, replace the oil seal whenever the inner tube is replaced.
NOTICE
If the inner tube is badly bent or creased, replace it. Excessive bending, followed by subsequent straightening, can weaken the inner tube.
If you feel binding or catching, the inner and outer tubes must be replaced.
| WARNING A straightened inner or outer fork tube may fall in use, possibly causing an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Replace a badly bent or damaged inner or outer tube and inspect the other tube carefully before reusing it. |
Front Fork Assembly
Dust Seal InspectionAir Suction System Damage Inspection
Separate the air switching valve hose [A] from the lower
air cleaner housing [B] (see Air Cleaner Housing Removal
in the Fuel System (DFI) chapter).
Connect the following parts temporarily.
Fuel Pump Lead Connector [A]
Extension Tube [B]
Air Cleaner Housing (see Air Cleaner Hou ...
Front Wheel Rotation Sensor Removal
NOTICE
The wheel rotation sensor should be handled carefully,
never struck sharply, as with a hammer, or allowed
to fall on a hard surface since the wheel rotation
sensor is precision made. Be careful not to get
water or mud on the wheel rotation sensor.
Do not try to disassemble or repair t ...
Caliper Rubber Parts Replacement
Front Caliper Disassembly
Remove:
Front Caliper (see Front Caliper Removal in the Brakes
chapter)
Brake Pads (see Front Brake Pad Removal in the Brakes
chapter)
Remove:
Front Caliper Assembly Bolts [A]
Split the front caliper.
Remove:
Pad Spring
O-ring [A]
U ...