Genuine Royal Alloy polyamide spacer washer for the front suspension of GP, GT, JPS and TG models. The flat plastic washer is part of the standard fork assembly and is used in the area of the front suspension links (fork links).
With an inner diameter of 18 mm, an outer diameter of 30 mm and a material thickness of only 1 mm, this is a precisely dimensioned spacer element. The washer is designed to provide a defined axial spacing within the intended component assembly and to reduce direct contact between adjacent component surfaces.
Unlike conventional metal spacer washers, this genuine replacement part is made from polyamide (PA). This engineering plastic is characterised by good sliding properties, wear resistance and low weight.
Polyamide is particularly suitable for applications where components need to be separated while providing a durable contact surface. As an intermediate layer, the spacer washer can reduce direct metal-to-metal contact and help protect the adjoining surfaces against frictional wear.
The choice of material enables functional separation of adjacent components without requiring an additional metal spacer bush. The actual load capacity depends on the respective installation situation.
The spacer washer with Royal Alloy original part number 0314100008-02-001 is part of the front fork assembly. In the spare parts catalogue, it is listed as a “Nylon Washer” together with the front fork, the two fork links and their mounting components.
The fork links form the moving suspension arms of the Royal Alloy front suspension. In this area, the individual components must be assembled with the specified design clearances.
The polyamide spacer washer acts as a thin intermediate layer. Its material thickness of 1 mm allows the intended spacing to be maintained without unnecessarily increasing the overall width of the assembly.
During maintenance work on the front fork or when replacing fork link components, the existing spacer washers should be checked to ensure that they are complete and undamaged.
The spacer washer has a simple circular ring geometry with a central through-hole. The inner and outer contours are arranged concentrically.
Both broad side surfaces are flat. The product images show a uniform, whitish-translucent material surface. The washer has no additional holes, slots, grooves or moulded mounting features.
With a thickness of only 1 mm, the component has a particularly flat profile. The broad annular contact surface provides a large contact area against the adjacent components.
The spacer washer is used on various Royal Alloy models within the front fork assembly. Exact vehicle compatibility should be checked using the original part number and the corresponding spare parts diagram.
When dismantling the front fork, the existing polyamide spacer washers should be inspected for cracks, deformation, material wear and damaged contact surfaces.
Particularly on older assemblies or components that have already been dismantled several times, it may be advisable to replace worn spacer washers with new genuine replacement parts.
During reassembly, ensure that the spacer washers are installed in the correct position and quantity according to the vehicle-specific spare parts diagram. The associated mounting components must be installed according to the manufacturer's specifications.
The genuine Royal Alloy polyamide spacer washer 0314100008-02-001 allows an individual spacer element within the front fork to be replaced separately. With dimensions of 18 x 30 x 1 mm, it corresponds to the intended specification for the relevant Royal Alloy fork assemblies.