Checking The Steering Head Bearing Play - Husqvarna FC 450 2014 Repair Manual

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FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP

Checking the steering head bearing play

Warning
Danger of accidents
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Adjust the steering head bearing play without delay.
Info
If the bike is ridden with play in the steering head bearing, the bearing and the bearing seats in the frame can become dam­
aged over time.
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Mount and tighten screw@.
Guideline
Screw, top steering stem
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Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple clamp to avoid strains.
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Tighten screws
I Guideline
Screw, top triple clamp
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Secure the wiring harness with cable holder@).
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Position the brake caliper. Mount and tighten screws Ci).
Guideline
Screw, front brake caliper
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Position the brake line and clamp. Mount and tighten screws
B01872-10
Finishing work
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Install the front fender. (or p. 88)
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Install the start number plate. (or p. 89)
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Install the front wheel. (or p. 92)
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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 steering head bearing play. (or p. 39)
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (or p. 10)
Unstable vehicle handling from incorrect steering head bearing play.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (or p. 10)
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.
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No play should be noticeable in the steering head bearing.
If there is noticeable play present:
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Adjust the steering head bearing play. (or p. 41)
MS
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MS
17 Nm Loctite 243
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(12.5 lbf ft)
17 Nm (12.5 lbf ft)
25 Nm Loctite 243
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(18.4 lbf ft)
48.
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