Triumph XCX, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Maintenance and Adjustment
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Steering/Wheel Bearings
Steering Inspection
Lubricate and inspect the condition of
the steering (headstock) bearings in
accordance with scheduled maintenance
requirements.
Note:
• Always inspect the wheel bearings
at the same time as the steering
bearings.
Inspecting the Steering (Headstock)
Bearings for Free Play
Inspecting the Steering for
Free Play
Inspection
Position the motorcycle on level ground,
in an upright position.
Raise the front wheel above the ground
and support the motorcycle.
Standing at the front of the motorcycle,
hold the lower end of the front forks and
try to move them forward and backward.
If any free play can be detected in the
steering (headstock) bearings, ask your
authorised Triumph dealer to inspect
and rectify any faults before riding.
Remove the support and place the
motorcycle on the side stand.
Caution
To prevent risk of injury from the
motorcycle falling during the
inspection, ensure that the motorcycle
is stabilised and secured on a suitable
support. Do not exert extreme force
against each wheel or rock each wheel
vigorously as this may cause the
motorcycle to become unstable and
cause injury by falling from its
support.
Ensure that the position of the
support block will not cause damage
to the sump.
Warning
Riding the motorcycle with incorrectly
adjusted or defective steering
(headstock) bearings is dangerous and
may cause loss of motorcycle control
and an accident.