Adjusting The Steering Head Bearing Play - KTM 150 XC-W 2023 Owner's Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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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.
H01167-01

Adjusting the steering head bearing play

V02161-10
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 bearing.
» 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 change if neces-
sary.
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Check the steering stop bolts for correct adjustment and lock-
ing.
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. (
Main work
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1 2
Loosen screws and
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Loosen and retighten screw
Guideline
Screw, top steering
head
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Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple clamp
to avoid stresses.
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1
Tighten screws .
Guideline
Screw, top triple
clamp
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2
Tighten screw .
Guideline
Screw, top steering
stem
Finishing work
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Check the steering head bearing for play. (
p. 63)
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3
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M20x1.5 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
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