Inspection; Reassembly And Remounting - Suzuki DR 125 Service Manual

INSPECTION

Inspect the removed parts for the following abnormalities. If any
damages are found, replace the respective part with a new one.
* Steering race wear and brinelling
* Bearing wear or damage
* Abnormal bearing noise
* Distortion of steering stem or handlebars
• Remove the steering stem lower bearing using a chisel.
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Replace the removed bearing with a new one.
• Drive out the steering stem upper and lower bearing races by
using the special tools.
" 09941-54911: Bearing outer race remover
09941-74911: Steering bearing remover

REASSEMBLY AND REMOUNTING

Reassemble and remount the steering stem in the reverse order
of removal and disassembly. Pay attention to the following
points:
OUTER RACES
• Press in the upper and lower bearing races by using the spe-
cial tool.
" 09941-34513: Steering outer race installer
BEARINGS
• Press in the steering stem lower bearing using the special
tool.
" 09925-18011: Steering bearing installer
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