Caution: After an accident, always examine the telescopic fork for cracks and signs of damage.
Examining slider tube bridge and fork bridge
- Check slider tube bridge and fork bridge for surface irregularities.
Caution: Replace slider tube bridge/fork bridge if deformed.
Checking runout of fixed tube
- Place both ends of fixed tube in V-blocks.
- Turn fixed tube slowly and measure it with a dial gauge, BMW # 00 2 510.
Caution: Do not straighten distorted fixed tubes: always replace them.
- Permissible runout: 0.4 mm (0.016 in)
Checking runout of slider tube
- New fixed tube must slide freely into slider tube without catching.