Front suspension maintenance (Aprilia RS125/3)
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The front suspension is managed by a hydraulic fork, which is held to the steering stem by two yokes.
Change front fork oil every 12,000 km (7456 mi).
The following inspections should be performed every 8000 km (5000 mi):
Keep the front brake lever squeezed in and press down repeatedly on the handlebars to compress the front fork. The front fork should compress in a smooth motion. Inspect the fork legs for any traces of oil.
If the front fork has a tendency to bottom out, change oil; see 7.10.4.
Check the front fork for oil leaks and inspect the surface of the fork legs for cracks or scoring.
Any damaged components should be repaired or - where repair is not feasible - renewed; see 7.10.3.
Ensure that all parts are properly tightened and test the front suspension for proper operation.
Note. Vehicle set-up may not be modified.
Change front fork oil every 12,000 km (7456 mi).
The following inspections should be performed every 8000 km (5000 mi):
Keep the front brake lever squeezed in and press down repeatedly on the handlebars to compress the front fork. The front fork should compress in a smooth motion. Inspect the fork legs for any traces of oil.

If the front fork has a tendency to bottom out, change oil; see 7.10.4.
Check the front fork for oil leaks and inspect the surface of the fork legs for cracks or scoring.
Any damaged components should be repaired or - where repair is not feasible - renewed; see 7.10.3.
Ensure that all parts are properly tightened and test the front suspension for proper operation.
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