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Section 08 STEERING/FRONT SUSPENSION
Subsection 02 (STEERING SYSTEM)
08-02-8
NOTE: To make sure skis are in straight-ahead po-
sition, place a straight edge against pre-adjusted
track and measure distance between front and
rear of skis and straight edge. Distances should
be equal. After ski toe-out adjustment, distance at
front of ski must be 3.0 mm (1/8 in) more than at
rear on both sides for a total toe-out of 6 mm (1/4
in).
TYPICAL
1. 3.0 mm (1/8 in) more at front than at rear
2. Straight edge
1. Turn to adjust
S-Series
Adjustments should be performed following this
sequence:
– Pivot arm centering.
– Check for horizontal handlebar.
– Set toe-out.
PIVOT ARM CENTERING
13,14,22, Jam Nut, Tie Rod and Pivot
Arm
With handlebar in straight position, center of pivot
arm must be in line with end of bolt. Loosen jam
nuts on tie rod
no. 14 (LH threads on steering col-
umn end) and turn tie rod accordingly. Tighten jam
nuts to 18 N•m (159 lbf•
in ).
S-SERIES
1. Tie rod no. 14
2. Center of pivot arm in line with bolt end
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WARNING
Do not attempt to adjust skis straight ahead
position by turning ball joint on tie rod
no. 14.
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WARNING
Never lengthen tie rod so that threated por-
tion of ball joint exceeds 20 mm (25/32 in).
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