Steering/Wheel Bearings; Steering Inspection; Inspecting The Steering (Steering Head) Bearings For Free Play - Triumph Tiger XRX Owner's Handbook Manual

Steering/Wheel Bearings

Caution
To prevent risk of injury from the
motorcycle falling during
inspection, ensure that the motorcycle
is stabilized and secured on a suitable
support. Do not exert extreme force
against each wheel or rock each wheel
vigorously as this may cause the
motorcycle to become unstable and
cause injury by falling
support.
Ensure that the position of the
support block will not cause damage
to the sump.

Steering Inspection

Lubricate and inspect the condition of
the steering (steering head) bearings in
accordance with scheduled maintenance
requirements.
Note:
• Always inspect the wheel bearings
at the same time as the steering
bearings.
Maintenance and Adjustment
Inspecting the Steering (Steering
Head) Bearings for Free Play
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from its
Inspecting the Steering for
Inspection
Position the motorcycle on level ground,
in an upright position.
Raise the front wheel above the ground
and support the motorcycle.
Standing at the front of the motorcycle,
hold the lower end of the front forks and
try to move them forward and backward.
If any free play can be detected in the
steering (steering head) bearings, ask
your authorized
inspect and rectify any faults before
riding.
Riding the motorcycle with incorrectly
adjusted
(steering head) bearings is dangerous
and may cause loss of motorcycle
control and an accident.
Free Play
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Warning
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