Tie-Rod Inspection; Steering Shaft Removal; Steering Shaft Holder Inspection; Installation Of Steering Shaft - Eton VECTOR ST 250 Service Manual

Tie-rod Inspection

Inspect the tie-rod for damage or bending.
Inspect the ball joint rubbers for damage,
wear or deterioration.
Turn the ball joints with fingers. The ball joints should turn smoothly and quietly.

Steering Shaft Removal

Remove the handle bar cover and handle bar.
(See section 8-3)
Remove the front fender. (See section 11-1)
Remove handlebar lower holder.
Loosen the steering shaft holder bolt and remove steering
shaft holder.
Take off the cotter pin below steering shaft.
Loosen the steering shaft fixed out below shaft.
Pull steering shaft carefully.

Steering Shaft Holder Inspection

Remove the steering shaft.
Remove the bushing from the shaft.
Inspect the bushing for damage or wear, replace if necessary.
Measure the bushing inner diameter.
Maximum limit: Ø39.5 mm
Steering Shaft Inspection
Inspect the steering shaft for damage or cracks.

Installation of Steering Shaft

Apply grease to the holder.
Install the holder and oil seal tighten with
the nuts.
Torque: 33 N.m (24 lbf-ft)
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