Removing The Handlebar; Checking The Handlebar; Installing The Handlebar - Yamaha XV1600A1999 Service Manual

HANDLEBAR
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REMOVING THE HANDLEBAR

1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
WARNING
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
2. Remove:
S handlebar grip 1
NOTE:
Blow compressed air between the handlebar
and the handlebar grip, and gradually push the
grip off the handlebar.
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CHECKING THE HANDLEBAR

1. Check:
S handlebar
Bends/cracks/damage ! Replace.
WARNING
Do not attempt to straighten a bent handle-
bar as this may dangerously weaken it.
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INSTALLING THE HANDLEBAR

1. Install:
S washers
S lower handlebar holders 1
S cable guide 2
NOTE:
Temporarily tighten the nuts 3 .
2. Install:
S handlebar
S upper handlebar holders
CAUTION:
S First, tighten the bolts on the front side of
the handlebar holder, then on the rear side.
S Turn the handlebar all the way to the left
and right. If there is any contact with the
fuel tank, adjust the handlebar position.
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CHAS
23 Nm (2.3 mSkg)
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