Suzuki VZ800 Service Manual page 308

8-28 CHASSIS
BEARING
• Apply SUZUKI SUPER GREASE "A" to the bearings and
bearing races.
 99000-25030: SUZUKI SUPER GREASE "A" (USA)
99000-25010: SUZUKI SUPER GREASE "A" (Others)
• Install the lower bearing to the steering stem lower bracket.
• Install the upper bearing and bearing inner race.
STEERING STEM NUT
• Install the dust seal.
• Install the steering stem.
• Install the steering stem nut as shown.
NOTE:
The flange side A of the steering stem must face down.
• Tighten the steering stem nut to the specified torque with the
special tool.
 09940-14911: Steering stem nut wrench
 Steering stem nut: 45 N·m (4.5 kgf-m, 32.5 lb-ft)
• Turn the steering stem lower bracket about five or six times to
the left and right so that the angular ball bearings will be
seated properly.
• Loosen the stem nut by 1/4 – 1/2 turn.
NOTE:
This adjustment will vary from motorcycle to motorcycle.
1/4 – 1/2 turn