
SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 12
67
–
Check the steering head bearing and replace if neces-
sary.
–
Check the steering stop bolts for correct adjustment and lock-
ing.
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
12.12
Adjusting the steering head bearing play
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
K01336-10
Main work
–
Loosen screws
1
and
2
.
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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 stresses.
–
Tighten screws
1
.
Guideline
Screw, top triple
clamp
M8
20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
–
Tighten screw
2
.
Guideline
Screw, top steering
stem
M8
20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
Finishing work
–
Check the steering head bearing for play. (
–
Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
12.13
Lubricating the steering head bearing
H02387-01
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Remove the lower triple clamp.
–
Install the lower triple clamp.
Info
The steering head bearing is cleaned and lubricated in
the course of removal and installation of the lower triple
clamp.