Yamaha 2006 FJR1300A, Service Manual

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CHASSIS
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c. Loosen the lower ring nut completely and
then tighten it to specification with a steering
nut wrench.
WARNING
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Do not overtighten the lower ring nut.
d. Check the steering head for looseness or
binding by turning the front fork all the way in
both directions. If any binding is felt, remove
the lower bracket and check the upper and
lower bearings.
Refer to “STEERING HEAD” on page 4-75.
e. Install the rubber washer “3”.
f. Install the upper ring nut “2”.
g. Finger tighten the upper ring nut, then align
the slots of both ring nuts. If necessary, hold
the lower ring nut and tighten the upper ring
nut until their slots are aligned.
h. Install the lock washer “1”.
NOTE:
Make sure the lock washer tabs “a” sit correctly
in the ring nut slots “b”.
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5. Install:
• Upper bracket
Refer to “STEERING HEAD” on page 4-75.
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ADJUSTING THE HANDLEBAR POSITION
1. Check:
• Handlebar position
NOTE:
The handlebar position can be adjusted to one
of three positions to suit the rider’s preference.
2. Adjust:
• Handlebar position
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a. Remove the plates “1”.
b. Remove the handlebar nuts “2” and bolts “3”.
c. Remove the handlebars.
d. Install the handlebars in the desired position.
NOTE:
Fit the projections on each handlebar into the
holes in the upper bracket, making sure that the
handlebars are installed in the same position.
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Lower ring nut (final tightening
torque)
18 Nm (1.8 m·kg, 13 ft·lb)
a. Front position
b. Standard position
c. Rear position
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3
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b
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