If there is any damage, replace the inner tube. Since damage to the inner tube damages the oil seal, replace the oil seal whenever the inner tube is replaced.
NOTICE
If the inner tube is badly bent or creased, replace it. Excessive bending, followed by subsequent straightening, can weaken the inner tube.

If you feel binding or catching, the inner and outer tubes must be replaced.

| WARNING A straightened inner or outer fork tube may fall in use, possibly causing an accident resulting in serious injury or death. Replace a badly bent or damaged inner or outer tube and inspect the other tube carefully before reusing it. |
Front Fork Assembly
Dust Seal InspectionEngine Installation
Apply molybdenum disulfide grease to the threads of the
adjusting collars [A].
Install the adjusting collars to crankcase backside until
end of the threads.
Install the adjusting collar [A] to the frame until end of the
threads.
Replace the engine mounting nuts with ne ...
Rider’s Seat Removal
Remove the bolts and seat cover.
A. Bolts
B. Seat Cover
Remove the mounting bolts and pull
off the seat upward.
A. Mounting Bolts
B. Rider’s Seat ...
Cable, Wire, and Hose Routing
1. Clamp (Hold the regulator/rectifier lead. Run the lead inside of the
installation hole.)
2. Clamp (Bend down the clamp, and hold the main harness and the vacuum hose
(equipped
models).)
3. Clamp (Hold the air intake solenoid valve lead (equipped models).)
4. Run the vacuum hose under ...