6
FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP
31
Alternative 2
Warning
Danger of accidents
Modifications to the suspension settings can seri-
ously alter the vehicle's ride behavior.
–
Extreme modifications to the adjustment of the suspension compo-
nents can cause a serious deterioration in the handling characteris-
tics and overload some components.
–
Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
–
After making adjustments, ride slowly at first to get the feel of the
new ride behavior.
–
Turn the adjusting screws to the position they were in before dismantling.
6.17
Checking the steering head bearing play
Warning
Danger of accidents
Unstable vehicle handling from incorrect steering head bearing play.
–
Adjust the steering head bearing play without delay.
Info
If the bike is ridden with play in the steering head bearing, the bearing and the bearing seats in the frame can become dam-
aged over time.
Preparatory work
–
Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
p. 10)
100298-10
Main work
–
Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the fork legs to and fro in
the direction of travel.
No play should be noticeable in the steering head bearing.
» If there is noticeable play present:
–
Adjust the play of the steering head bearing. (
p. 31)
–
Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The handlebar must be able to move easily over the entire steering range. No
resting locations should be noticeable.
» If click positions are noticeable:
–
Adjust the play of the steering head bearing. (
p. 31)
–
Check the steering head bearing and change if necessary.
Finishing work
–
Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
p. 10)
6.18
Adjusting the play of the steering head bearing
Preparatory work
–
Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
p. 10)
601781-10
Main work
–
Loosen screw
1
. Remove screw
2
.
–
Loosen and retighten screw
3
.
Guideline
Screw, top steering head
M20x1.5
12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
–
Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple clamp to avoid strains.
–
Fully tighten screws
1
.
Guideline
Screw, top triple clamp
M8
17 Nm
(12.5 lbf ft)
–
Mount and tighten screw
2
.
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