Front fork examination Examine each fork for any sign of damage or scratching of the slider surface or for oil leaks. If any damage or oil leakage is found, strip and repair as described in this section or consult an authorised Triumph dealer. Check for smooth operation...
Front fork — removal Warning! Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling. An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle. 1. Raise and...
Front fork — installation Warning! Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling. An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle. Note: When...
Fork oil change — oil draining Remove the fork assembly (see Front fork - removal ). Caution! When securing the fork in T3880171 - Fork Holding Tool, take care not to over tighten the clamp as this will cause the fork tube to distort beyond repair. 1. Using a soft jawed vice,...
Fork oil change — oil refilling The oil level is measured from the upper surface of the fork outer tube, with the fork fully compressed. Fork Oil Level (fork fully compressed) Fork oil level chart Warning! Any variation from the figures quoted in the fork oil level chart could...
Front fork — disassembly Remove the fork assembly (see Front fork - removal ). Drain the fork oil (see Fork oil change - oil draining ). Fork top cap removal Note: It is only necessary to remove the fork top caps if they are to be replaced. 1. If removal of the fork top cap...
Front fork — inspection 1. Thoroughly clean and examine all components for damage, wear, scoring, corrosion etc., paying particular attention to the bushes and damper rod piston ring. Renew as necessary. 2. Always renew the oil seal, dust seal and the damper rod bolt...
Front fork — assembly Warning! The front forks comprise of many precision machined parts. Total cleanliness must be observed at all times and assembly must take place in a dirt/dust-free environment. Dirt ingress may cause damage to the fork parts, leading to incorrect...
Steering head bearing — check Warning! Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling. An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle. 1. Raise and...
Steering head bearing — adjustment Warning! Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling. An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle. 1. Raise and...
Upper yoke — removal Warning! Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling. An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle. Perform the...
Upper yoke — installation Warning! Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling. An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle. 1. Refit the...
Lower yoke and headstock bearings — removal Warning! Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling. An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle. Perform the...
Lower yoke and headstock bearings — installation Warning! Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling. An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle. 1. Fit a new...
Headstock bearing — inspection Warning! Only remove raised witness marks from within the frame. Removal of material below any raised areas will reduce the level of interference between the frame and the bearings. Loss of interference could cause the bearing to become loose in the...
Handlebars — removal Warning! Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling. An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle. Perform the...
Handlebars — installation Warning! Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling. An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle. 1. Fit the...