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Suspension › Fork Oil Change

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SUSPENSION 13-11
Front Fork

• Holding  the top plug [A] with a wrench [B], tighten the
  spring preload adjuster [C].
                            NOTE
  ○After tightening, lift the top plug to make the space.

• Install the clamps [A] as shown.
                            NOTE
  ○Set the cutout [B] of the clamp to the plate [C] of top plug
    [D], pull up the outer tube [E] to hold it by the clamps,
    and then tighten the two bolts [F]. The outer tube is used
    as a guide.
  Special Tool - Fork Spring Compressor: 57001-1540

• Set the spring compressor [A] and suitable jack [B] as
  shown.
  Special Tool - Fork Spring Compressor: 57001-1771

• Set the front fork [A] under the holder [B].