Yamaha XV1700PCR Road Star Warrior, Service Manual

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CHAS
3. Replace:
• bearings
• bearing races
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a. Remove the bearing races from the steering
head pipe with a long rod
1
and hammer.
b. Remove the bearing race from the lower
bracket with a floor chisel
2
and hammer.
c. Install a new rubber seal and new bearing
races.
CAUTION:
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If the bearing race is not installed properly,
the steering head pipe could be damaged.
NOTE:
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• Always replace the bearings and bearing
races as a set.
• Whenever the steering head is disassem-
bled, replace the rubber seal.
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4. Check:
• upper bracket
• lower bracket
(along with the steering stem)
Bends/cracks/damage
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Replace.
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INSTALLING THE STEERING HEAD
1. Lubricate:
• upper bearing
• lower bearing
• bearing races
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
2. Install:
• lower ring nut
1
• rubber washer
2
• upper ring nut
3
• lock washer
4
Refer to “CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
THE STEERING HEAD” in chapter 3.
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3
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STEERING HEAD