Steering/Wheel Bearings; Steering Inspection; Inspecting The Steering (Headstock) Bearings For Free-Play - Triumph Rocket III Manual

Steering/Wheel Bearings

Steering Inspection

Lubricate and inspect the condition of
the headstock (steering) bearings in
accordance
maintenance requirements.
NOTE
• Always inspect the wheel
bearings at the same time as
the steering bearings.
Warning
To prevent risk of injury from the
motorcycle falling
inspection, ensure
motorcycle is
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 from its
support.
Ensure that the position of the
support block
damage to the sump.
with scheduled
during the
that the
stabilised and
will not cause
Classic Cycles Technical Resources
Maintenance and Adjustment
Inspecting the Steering
(headstock) Bearings for Free-
Play
Position the motorcycle on level
ground, in an upright position.
Raise the front wheel above the
ground and support the motorcycle.
Standing
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 (headstock) bearings, ask
your authorised Triumph dealer to
inspect and rectify any faults before
riding.
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