Checking The Play Of The Steering Head Bearing - KTM 690 Enduro R 2018 Owner's Manual

11.6

Checking the play of the steering head bearing

Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect steering head bearing play impairs the handling characteristic and dam-
ages components.
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Correct incorrect steering head bearing play immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad
to help.)
Info
If the vehicle is operated for a lengthy period with play in the steering head bearing, the bearings and the
bearing seats in the frame can become damaged over time.
SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11
Guideline
Remaining screws,
chassis
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
p. 95)
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