12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Main work
(All standard EXC/XC-W models)
–
Loosen screws
–
Loosen and retighten screw
Guideline
Screw, top steering
head
–
Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple
S03477-10
clamp to avoid stresses.
–
Tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, top triple
clamp
–
Tighten screw
Guideline
Screw, top steering
stem
(All special models)
–
Loosen screws
–
Loosen and retighten screw
Guideline
Screw, top steering
head
–
Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple
clamp to avoid stresses.
S03478-10
–
Tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, top triple
clamp
–
Mount and tighten screw
Guideline
Screw, top
steering stem
Finishing work
–
Check steering head bearing play. (
–
Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
1
2
and
.
3
.
M20x1.5
12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
1
.
M8
20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
2
.
M8
20 Nm
(14.8 lbf ft)
1
2
. Remove screw
.
3
.
M20x1.5
12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
1
.
M8
17 Nm
(12.5 lbf ft)
2
.
M8
17 Nm (12.5 lbf ft)
p. 75)
Loctite
®
243™
p. 65)