123
Headset
On your CS the headset connects the fork to the frame and allows the
fork to rotate freely.
To ensure that your CS can stabilise itself and ride straight on, the steer-
ing area must be able to rotate freely and easily. Shocks caused by uneven
road surfaces expose the headset to considerable levels of stress. As a
result, it can become loose and go out of correct adjustment.
Warning
Riding with a loose headset increases the stress on fork and/or the steer-
ing mechanism and the bearing itself. The fork and/or parts of the steering
mechanism are likely to break as a result.
Checking and readjusting
Check the headset for play by placing your fingers around the upper head
cup (Fig. 134).
Bring your weight to bear on the saddle, pull the front brakes with your
other hand and push your CS firmly back and forth with the wheel remain-
ing on the ground.
Fig. 134