2-42 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Periodic Maintenance Procedures
Suspension
Front Fork Oil Leak Check
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Visually inspect the front forks [A] for oil leakage, scoring
or scratches on the outer surface of the inner tubes.
Replace or repair any defective parts, if necessary.
Rear Shock Absorber Oil Leak Check
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Visually inspect the shock absorbers [A] for oil leakage.
If the oil leakage is found on it, replace the shock absorber
with a new one.
Swingarm Pivot Lubrication
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The grease nipple [A] is equipped for t he lubrication of
swingarm bearing. Force grease into the nipple until the
grease comes out from right side of the swingarm pivot,
and wipe off any excess of it.
Uni-trak Linkage Lubrication
In order for the tie-rod and rocker arm to function safely
and wear slowly, it should be lubricated in accordance with
the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
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For the rocker arm and tie-rod needle bearings, there are
grease nipples [A] on the rocker arm and swingarm for
lubrication. Force grease into the nipples until it comes
out at both sides of the rocker arm and tie-rod, and wipe
off any excess.