Front Damper

Removal

1. Remove the brake hose clamp bolts from the damper.
2. Remove the damper pinch bolt.

3. Remove the damper fork bolt and remove the damper fork.

4. Remove the damper by removing the two nuts.

Disassembly/Inspection

Disassembly:
1. Compress the damper spring with the spring com
pressor according to the manufacturer's instruc
tions, then remove the self-locking nut.

CAUTION: Do not compress the spring more than necessary to remove the nut.

2. Remove the spring compressor then disassemble the damper as shown on the next page.

Inspection:
1. Reassemble all parts, except the spring.

2. Push on the damper assembly as shown.

3. Check for smooth operation through a full stroke, both compression and extension.

NOTE: The damper should move smoothly. If it does not (no compression or no extension), then gas is leaking, and the damper should be replaced.

4. Check for oil leaks, abnormal noises or binding during these tests.