Checking Steering Head Bearing Play - KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Owner's Manual

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Checking steering head bearing play

Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect steering head bearing play impairs the handling characteristic and dam-
ages components.
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Correct incorrect steering head bearing play immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad
to help.)
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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.
SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 13
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the
screws.
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Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately
with water.
Preparatory work
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Raise the vehicle with the center stand. ( p. 178)
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