Checking The Play Of The Steering Head Bearing - KTM 250 EXC EU Repair Manual

6 FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP
6.1.23

Checking the play of the steering head bearing

Warning
Danger of accidents Unstable vehicle handling from incorrect steering head bearing play.
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Adjust the steering head bearing play without delay.
Info
If the bike is ridden with play in the steering head bearing, the bearing and the bearing seats in the frame can become dam-
aged over time.
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Tighten screw
Guideline
Screw, top steering stem
602723-10
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Tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, top triple clamp
602723-12
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Position the brake caliper. Mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, front brake caliper
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Mount cable binder
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Position the brake line, wiring harness and clamp. Mount and tighten screws
B00798-12
Finishing work
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Mount the handlebar cushion.
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Install the front fender. (
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Install the front wheel. (
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Refit the headlight mask with the headlight. (
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Check that the wiring harness, throttle cables and brake and clutch lines can move
freely and are routed correctly.
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Check the play of the steering head bearing. (
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Check the headlight setting. (
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
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M8
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M8 20 Nm
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Loctite
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