Suzuki GS500E (1989-1997) [122/221] Suspension and final drive 5 7

Suzuki GS500E (1989-1997) [122/221] Suspension and final drive 5 7
that the damper rod bolt be slackened at this
stage. Compress the fork tube in the slider so
that the spring exerts maximum pressure on
the damper rod head, then have an assistant
slacken the damper rod bolt in the base of the
fork slider.
3 If the fork top bolt was not slackened with
the fork in situ, carefully clamp the fork tube in
a vice, taking care not to overtighten or score
its surface. On UK K, Land M models and all
US models, first remove the top bolt cap, and
on all other UK models set the pre-load
adjuster to its minimum setting (refer to
Section 12), then slacken the top bolt.
4 Unscrew the fork top bolt from the top of
the fork tube.
A Warning: The fork spring is
, pressing on the fork top bolt
. with considerable pressure.
Unscrew the bolt very carefully,
keeping a downward pressure on it and
release it slowly as it is likely to spring
clear. It is advisable to wear some fOmI of
eye and face protection when carrying out
this operation.
S Slide the fork tube down into the slider and
withdraw the disc washer (UK N, p, R, S, T and
V models only), spacer, spring seat and the
spring from the tube; note which way up they fit.
Frame, suspension and final drive 5-7
7.9 Prise out the dust seal using a flat-
bladed screwdriver
6 Invert the fork leg over a suitable container
and pump the fork vigorously to expel as
much fork oil as possible.
7 Remove the previously slackened damper
rod bolt and its copper sealing washer from
the bottom of the slider. Discard the sealing
washer as a new one must be used on
reassembly. If the damper rod bolt was not
slackened before dismantling the fork. it may
be necessary to re-install the spring, spring
seat, spacer and top bolt to prevent the
damper rod from turning. Alternatively, a
broom handle pressed hard into the damper
rod head quite often suffices.
8 Invert the fork and withdraw the damper rod
from inside the fork tube. Remove the
rebound spring from the damper rod (see
illustration).
9 Carefully prise out the dust seal from the
top of the slider to gain access to the oil seal
retaining clip (see illustration). Discard the
dust seal as a new one must be used.
10 Carefully remove the retaining clip, taking
care not to scratch the surface of the tube
(see illustration).
11 To separate the tube from the slider it will
be necessary to displace the top bush and oil
seat. The bottom bush should not pass
through the top bush, and this can be used to
good effect. Push the tube gently inwards
until it stops against the damper rod seat.
Take care not to do this forcibly or the seat
may be damaged Then pull the tube sharply
outwards until the bottom bush strikes the top
bush. Repeat this operation until the top bush
and seal are tapped oul of the slider (aee
illustration).
12 With the tube removed. slide off the oil
seal and its washer. noting which way up they
fit (see Illustration). Discard the oil seal as a
new one must be used. The top bush can then
also be slid off its upper end.
Caution: Do not remove the bottom bush
from the tube unless it is to be replaced.
13 Tip the damper rod seat out of the slider,
noting which way up it fits
Inspection
14 Clean all parts in solvent and blow them
dry with compressed air. if available. Check
the fork tube for score marks. scratches,
flaking of the chrome finish and excessive or
abnormal wear. Look for dents in the tube and
replace the tube in both forks if any are found.
Check the fork seal seat for nicks. gouges and
scratches. If damage is evident. leaks will
occur.
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