Checking The Play Of The Steering Head Bearing - Husqvarna TC 85 2017 Owner's Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
11.11

Checking the play of the steering head bearing

Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect steering head bearing play impairs the handling characteristic and damages components.
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Correct incorrect steering head bearing play immediately. (Your authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be
glad to help.)
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 nut
Guideline
Nut, steering stem
E00211-10
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Mount and tighten screw
Guideline
Screw, top triple clamp
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Position the fuel tank breather in the steering stem.
E00212-10
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Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple clamp to avoid stresses.
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Tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, top triple clamp
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Install the front fender. (
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Install the start number plate. (
E00213-10
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Position the brake caliper with spacers and fit and tighten screws
Guideline
Screw of brake caliper
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Position the brake line and clamp. Mount and tighten screws
E00202-11
Finishing work
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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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Install the front wheel.
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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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Position the handlebar cushion and secure with cable ties.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. (
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M8
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M20x1.5 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
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Loctite
25 Nm
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