Yamaha YZ450F(W) Owner's Service Manual page 542

STEERING
4. Install:
• Ring nut 1
Tighten the ring nut using the ring nut
wrench 2.
Refer to "STEERING HEAD INSPEC-
TION AND ADJUSTMENT" section in the
CHAPTER 3.
5. Check the steering shaft by turning it lock
to lock. If there is any binding, remove the
steering shaft assembly and inspect the
steering bearings.
6. Install:
• Plain washer 1
7. Install:
• Front fork 1
• Handle crown 2
NOTE:
• Temporarily tighten the pinch bolts (under
bracket).
• Do not tighten the pinch bolts (handle crown)
yet.
8. Install:
• Plain washer 1
• Steering shaft nut 2
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CHAS
7 Nm (0.7 m · kg, 5.1 ft · lb)
145 Nm (14.5 m · kg, 105 ft · lb)