Yamaha TT-R125(S) 2003, Owner'S Service Manual

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STEERING HEAD INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
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Tighten the lower ring nut 6 using steer-
ing nut wrench 7 and turn the steering
right and left a few times.
NOTE:
Set the torque wrench to the steering nut
wrench so that they form a right angle.
Steering nut wrench:
YU-33975/90890-01403
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Lower ring nut (initial tightening):
38 Nm (3.8 m • kg, 27 ft • lb)
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Loosen the lower ring nut one turn.
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Retighten the lower ring nut using the
steering nut wrench.
WARNING
Avoid over-tightening.
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Ring nut (final tightening):
20 Nm (2.0 m • kg, 14 ft • lb)
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Check the steering stem by turning it lock
to lock. If there is any binding, remove the
steering stem assembly and inspect the
steering bearings.
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Install the rubber washer 8 , upper ring
nut 9 and special washer 0 .
NOTE:
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Tighten the upper ring nut until it contacts
the rubber washer.
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Insert the special washer pawls into the
slots. If the slots are not aligned, tighten
the upper ring nut for alignment.
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Install the upper bracket A , steering stem
nut B , cap C , handlebar D , upper han-
dlebar holder E , main switch F , starter
knob nut G and number plate H .
NOTE:
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The upper handlebar holder should be
installed with the punched mark
a
for-
ward.
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Insert the end of fuel breather hose I into
the hose clamp.
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D
F
B
C
I
A