10 TUNING THE CHASSIS
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10.17
Adjusting the handlebar position
Warning
Danger of accidents
A repaired handlebar poses a safety risk.
If the handlebar is bent or straightened, the material becomes fatigued. The handlebar may break as a result.
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Change the handlebar if the handlebar is damaged or bent.
Preparatory work
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Remove the handlebar cushion.
M00993-11
Main work
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Remove screws
1
. Take off the handlebar clamps. Remove the
handlebar and lay it to one side.
Info
Cover the components to protect them against damage.
Do not kink the cables and lines.
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Remove screws
2
. Take off handlebar supports.
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Place handlebar supports in required position. Mount and tighten
screws
2
.
Guideline
Screw, handlebar
support
M10
40 Nm (29.5 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
Info
Position the left and right handlebar supports evenly.
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Position the handlebar.
Info
Make sure the cables and wiring are positioned correctly.
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Position the handlebar clamps. Mount screws
1
and tighten
evenly.
Guideline
Screw, handlebar
clamp
M8
20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
Info
Make sure the installed gaps are even.
Finishing work
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Mount the handlebar cushion.
