Bold reference numbers in this section identify parts not shown in the figures alongside the text, but which can be found in the exploded view diagram.

Not all the components described in this chapter are available as individual replacement parts: however they are indicated for clearer explanation of the procedure.

The specific tools for the revision of the fork, are described in Sect. C 4, Specific tools for the frame.

Install the special tool no. 88713.0957, by inserting pins (A) in the holes of the preload tube and tightening screw (B).

Install tool no. 88713.0958 screwing it onto cartridge rod.

Remove tool no. 88713.0957 and slide out the preload tube (12) together with spring retainer (13) and joint (11).

To separate the outer tube (18) from the inner tube (6), pull the inner tube sharply outwards repeatedly to gradually displace the bottom bush (7).

298.5 mm.

Inspect the outer surfaces of both fork inner tubes and the internal surfaces of both outer tubes. They must be free from scoring, steps, or dents.

maximum allowed error 0.10 mm.

Whenever the inner tube is removed from the outer tube it is good practice to renew the bushes (15) and (7) as well as the seals (27) and dust seal (29).

Upon reassembly, screw the taper needle (E) so that it seats against the fork bottom end, then tighten plug (21) until reference marks (G) are perfectly aligned.

Install the outer sleeve (18) and push the guide bush (7) and the cap (26) into the outer sleeve using the sealing ring tool (H, part no. 88713.1096).

The outer sleeve must slide freely along the slider. Only support the sliders and the outer sleeve with your hands so not to dam­age the sealing rings and the pilot bushes.

Hold the left fork leg assembly (1) in a vertical position and fill with fork oil, using 524±2.5 cc of the specific oil.

Install tool part no. 88713.0958 to cartridge.

This distance should be 90 mm.

Install tool no. 88713.0957, i.e. the one used for removing the preload tube (12). Press tool down and set spacer (C) under the cartridge (8) lock nut. Remove service tool no. 88713.0958. Fit the rubber washer (14) and tighten top plug (17) on the damper cartridge (8). Hold cartridge lock nut with a hexagon wrench then tighten the top plug to 20±2.5 Nm. Remove spacer (C) by push­ing tool (part no. 88713.0957) downward.

Lift the outer sleeve (18) and tighten the top plug (17) to a torque of 34±5 Nm. Set the adjusters according to riding requirements.

Position the fork legs, then tighten the screws (24) and (25) to the specified torque (Sect. C 3, Frame torque settings) following a 1-2-1 sequence for the screws (24).