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6 FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP
33
Alternative 2
Warning
Danger of accident Modifications to the suspension setting may
seriously alter the handling characteristic.
Extreme modifications to the suspension setting may cause a serious
deterioration in the handling characteristic and overload components.
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Only make adjustments within the recommended range.
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Ride slowly to start with after making adjustments to get the feel of
the new handling characteristic.
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Set the adjusters to the positions determined upon removal.
Checking the play of the steering head bearing
6.21
Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect steering head bearing play impairs the handling characteristic and damages components.
- Correct incorrect steering head bearing play immediately.
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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.
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Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (El p. 11)
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:
- Adjust the steering head bearing play. p. 33)
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.
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» If detent positions are detected:
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Adjust the steering head bearing play, (fi® p. 33)
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Check the steering head bearing and change if necessary.
Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (E8 p. 12)
6.22
Adjusting the steering head bearing play
Preparatory work
- Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 11)
Main work
(EU)
7BKS2
Loosen screws O- Remove screw
Loosen and retighten screw
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Guideline
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o
Q
Jv,
X
Screw, top steering head
12 Nm (8.9 Ibf ft)
M20x1.5
m
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Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple clamp to avoid
stresses.
Tighten screws O-
Guideline
V00506-12
J
Screw, top triple clamp
M8
17 Nm
(12.5 Ibf ft)
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