Checking The Steering Head Bearing Play - KTM 150 XC-W 2023 Owner's Manual

12.11

Checking the steering head bearing play

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.)
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Tighten screw
Guideline
Screw, top steering
stem
V02166-10
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Tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, top triple
clamp
S03525-10
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Position the brake caliper, and mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, front
brake caliper
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Mount the cable ties.
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Position the brake line, the wiring harness, and the clamp.
Mount and tighten screws
E00375-13
Finishing work
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Mount the handlebar cushion.
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Install front fender. (
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Install the front wheel.
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Install the headlight mask with the headlight. (
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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 for play. (
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Check the headlight setting. (
SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 12
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M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
9
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M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
M8 25 Nm (18.4 lbf ft)
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p. 120)
bk
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Loctite ® 243™
p. 118)
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