11. FRONT WHEEL/SUSPENSION/
STEERING K-PIPE 125
Use a vise to hold the front shock absorber
tube and remove the damper from the shock
absorber tube.
When holding the shock absorber tube,
place a shop towel under it and do not
apply too much force.
Front Fork Spring
Use a vise to hold the front fork bottom tube
and place shop towels under the bottom tube.
Remove the socket head bolt.
· When using the vise, do not tighten the
front fork bottom tube excessively.
· If it is difficult to remove the socket
head bolt, temporarily install the front
fork spring and front fork bolt.
Remove the front fork piston and return
spring. Remove the front fork bottom tube 6mm Socket Spanner
and the oil stopper.
Oil Seal
Snap Ring
Remove the dust seal and snap ring. Take
out the oil seal and circlip.
· Do not damage the bottom tube when
taking out the oil seal and circlip.
· Be sure to replace the removed oil seal
and circlip with new ones during
assembly.
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