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6 FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP
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Checking the steering head bearing �la�
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.
Info
If the bike is ridden with play in the steering head bearing, the bearing and the bearing seats in the frame
can become damaged over time.
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Position the brake caliper. Mount and tighten screws 41).
Guideline
Screw, front
M8
brake caliper
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Position the brake line and clamp. Mount and tighten
48.
screws
Finishing work
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Install front fender.
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p. 108)
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Install the start number plate.
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Install the front wheel.
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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 steering head bearing play.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
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Mount the handlebar cushion.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand.
Main work
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the
fork legs to and fro in the direction of travel.
No play should be noticeable in the steering head bear
ing.
If there is noticeable play present:
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Adjust the steering head bearing play.
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Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The handlebar must be able to move easily over the
entire steering range. No resting locations should be
noticeable.
If click positions are noticeable:
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Adjust the steering head bearing play.
25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft)
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Loctite
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