l
Remove the dust seal steering upper.
(Fig. 6.71A)
l
Remove cone top. (Fig. 6.71B)
l
Remove upper and lower steering balls.
Position
Qty
Size
Upper
18 nos
6.35 mm
Lower
18 nos
6.35 mm
l
Assembly the special tool on the frame and
slowly draw out cup top from the steering pivot
pipe (frame). (Fig. 6.72)
M931 016 0
Remover steering cup
Note:
While fixing the special tool, ensure that
the tool is seated properly on the steering
pivot tube and the lock plate of the tool is
locked with the steering stopper properly.
l
In similar manner, remove the cup bottom
from the frame.
l
Remove the cone bottom and dust seal
steering lower fitted on the lower bracket
complete. (Fig. 6.73)
Chisel / metal hammer
INSPECTION
Before inspection clean all the components with
kerosene. Inspect the removed parts for the
following abnormalities and replace the defective
with new.
- Handle bar distortion.
- Races and cones for wear, pitting, rusting
and indentation. (Fig. 6.74)
- Worn or damaged steel balls / ball cage and
rusting. (Fig. 6.74)
Note:
Always replace cup, cone and races as a set
only.
6-25
TVS APACHE RTR 200
SERVICE MANUAL
CHASSIS
Fig. 6.71A
Fig. 6.71B
Fig. 6.72
Fig. 6.73
Fig. 6.74
