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.
Rotate fixed tube slowly and check with dial gauge.
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.