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Maintenance and Adjustment
Steering/Wheel Bearings
Steering Inspection
Lubricate and inspect the condition of
the headstock (steering) bearings in
accordance
with
scheduled
maintenance requirements.
NOTE
• Always inspect the wheel
bearings at the same time as
the steering bearings.
Inspecting the Steering
(headstock) Bearings for Free-
Play
Position the motorcycle on level
ground, in an upright position.
Raise the front wheel above the
ground and support the motorcycle.
Standing at the front of the
motorcycle, hold the lower end of the
front forks and try to move them
forward and backward.
If any free-play can be detected in the
steering (headstock) bearings, ask
your authorised Triumph dealer to
inspect and rectify any faults before
riding.
Warning
To prevent risk of injury from the
motorcycle falling during the
inspection,
ensure
that
the
motorcycle is stabilised and
secured on a suitable support. Do
not exert extreme force against
each wheel or rock each wheel
vigorously as this may cause the
motorcycle to become unstable
and cause injury by falling from its
support.
Ensure that the position of the
support block will not cause
damage to the sump.
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