1985-1986 Honda ATC250R Shop Manual, Page 150Get this manual
FRONT WHEELSUSPENSIONSTEERING LOWER FORK SPRING
FORK SPRING
Measure the fork spring free lengthSERVICE LIMITS: '85: UPPER FORK SPRING: 75.4 mm (2.97 in) LOWER FORK SPRING: 493.1 mm (19.41 in) AFTER '85: FORK SPRING: 569.4 mm (22.42 in)
UPPER FORK SPRING
FORK SLIDER
FOR TUBESLI DE RPISTON
Check the fork tube, fork sl ider and piston for scoring, scratches, or excessive or abnormal wearReplace any components which are worn or damagedCheck the fork piston ring for wear or damageCheck the rebound spring for fatigue or damage