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