Aeon 350cc, Service Manual

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BODY FRAME
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Steering Post Assembly
1. Position the two steering post blocks properly onto the
handlebars.
2. Install the front block bolts first and evenly tighten the bolts
down. Evenly torque the 2 front bolts to 15--18 Nm (11--13
ft.lbs).
3. Install the rear bolts and tighten evenly. Evenly torque the 2
rear bolts to 15--18 Nm (11--13 ft.lbs.).
4. Install the four handlebar bolts and pod bracket loosely into
the blocks.
5. Install the handlebar pod and screws.
NOTE : There will be a slight gap on the backside of
the blocks after the procedure is performed .
Front fork removal
1. Elevate the vehicle off the ground to relieve the suspension
load.
Use care when supporting vehicle so that it does
not tip or fall.
Severe injury may occur if machine tips or falls.
2. Remove the front shock top cap from shock.
Springs are under tension. Wear safety glasses
and use caution when removing springs.
Severe injury can result.
3. Remove the spring from front shock.
4. Stroke the outer tube several times while draining the
fork oil.
5. Use a bowl to get draining oil.