The Tilt Mechanism; Handlebar Fixing Screw - Gilera Fuoco 500 Service Station Manual

Suspensions
Soap-based lithium grease with NLGI 3; ISO-L-
XBCHA3, DIN K3K-20
Handlebar
Removal
- Remove the three handlebar covers working as explained in the Bodywork Chapter.
- Remove the handlebar wiring retaining straps and disconnect the electric connectors from the brake
levers.
- Unscrew the fittings, then remove the front and rear brake pump piping.
- Remove the flexible transmission of the throttle grip and remove the throttle.
- Loosen the clamp fixing the handlebar to the steering tube and remove the handlebar by pulling it
upwards.
N.B.
IF THE HANDLEBAR IS BEING REMOVED TO REMOVE THE STEERING, IT IS ONLY NECESSARY
TO TILT THE HANDLEBAR FORWARD ONTO THE FRONT PART OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT
REMOVING THE PARTS FITTED SO AS TO AVOID DAMAGING THE SHAFTS.
Refitting
Carry out the above operations by working in the reverse order from those of the removal.
Locking torques (N*m)
Handlebar fixing screw 50 ÷ 55

The tilt mechanism

SUSP - 4
Fuoco 500 i.e.