Checking The Play Of The Steering Head Bearing; Adjusting The Steering Head Bearing Play - Husqvarna FE 250 2016 Repair Manual

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Checking the play of the steering head bearing

Warning
Incorrect steering head bearing play impairs the handling characteristic and
Danger of accidents
damages components.
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Correct incorrect steering head bearing play immediately.
Info
If the vehicle is operated for a lengthy period with play in the steering head bearing, the bearings and the
bearing seats in the frame can become damaged over time.
Ad"usting the steering head bearin
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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 play of the steering head bearing.
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
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Check the headlight setting.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand.
Main work
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the
fork legs to and fro in the direction of travel.
Play should not be detectable on the steering head bear­
ing.
If there is detectable play:
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Adjust the steering head bearing play.
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Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
It must be possible to move the handlebar easily over the
entire steering range. There should be no detectable detent
positions.
If detent positions are detected:
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Adjust the steering head bearing play.
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Check the steering head bearing and replace if neces-
sary.
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand.
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