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Old Jul 12, 2012 | 08:28 PM
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the lower pinch bolt is loose
 
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Old Jul 12, 2012 | 08:47 PM
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Originally Posted by ajtaylor812
I know the the top pipe turns freely. How would I prevent this from happening again?
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That top tube shouldn't turn at all. The lower triple tree has pinch bolts that secure the tube. That must be loose for it to turn and needs to be tightened before you ride it again. Check the other side while you're at it.
 
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Old Jul 15, 2012 | 04:54 AM
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Yeah the cap is missing, lower tree clamp loosened, fork tube is coming out!
 
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Old Jul 31, 2012 | 06:44 AM
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That pinch bolt was SHEARED! Got it out, replaced, and put back together. Running great! Thank you all for your help.
 
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Old Aug 4, 2012 | 06:44 PM
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Cool Dude should you have gotten a manual?

Sometimes we ask questions not covered in the manual, sometimes.
 
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