Checking The Steering Head Bearing Play - Husqvarna FC 250 2016 Owner's Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
11.11

Checking the steering head bearing play

Warning
Danger of accidents Unstable vehicle handling from incorrect steering head bearing play.
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Adjust the steering head bearing play without delay. (Your authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be glad to
help.)
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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Position the brake caliper. Mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, front brake caliper
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Position the brake line and clamp. Mount and tighten screws
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Finishing work
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Install the front fender. (
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Install the start number plate. (
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Install the front wheel.
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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. (
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Mount the handlebar cushion.
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.
No play should be noticeable in the steering head bearing.
» If there is noticeable play present:
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Adjust the play of the steering head bearing.
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Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The handlebar must be able to move easily over the entire steering range. No
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resting locations should be noticeable.
» If click positions are noticeable:
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Adjust the play of the steering head bearing.
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Check the steering head bearing and change if necessary.
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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