Steering Parts Inspection - Suzuki kq750 Service Manual

Installation
Install the tie-rod in the reverse order of removal. Pay
attention to the following points:
• When installing the tie-rods, make sure the short side
"a" of tie-rod come outside.
• Push the tie-rod to tie-rod lock-nut tightening direction.
• Tighten the lock-nuts to the specification.
CAUTION
!
When tightening the lock-nuts, hold the tie-
rod end with a open end wrench.
NOTE
The lock-nuts (1) have left-hand threads.
Tightening torque
Tie-rod lock-nut (a): 45 N·m (4.5 kgf-m, 32.5 lb-ft)
" a "
(a)
• Install the washers and tighten the rod end nuts (2)
(steering arm plate side) to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
Tie-rod end nut (a): 29 N·m (2.9 kgf-m, 21.0 lb-ft)
• Install the cotter pins (3).
CAUTION
!
The removed cotter pins must be replaced
with new ones.
• Install the tie-rod ends (steering knuckle side). Refer
to "Front Wheel Hub / Steering Knuckle Removal and
Installation in Section 2B (Page 2B-4)".
1
(a)
" a "
(a)
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3
2
(a)
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• After installed wheels, inspect the toe-out. If the toe-
out is out of specification, bring it into the specified
range. Refer to "Steering System Inspection in
Section 0B (Page 0B-21)" and "Toe Adjustment in
Section 0B (Page 0B-22)".

Steering Parts Inspection

Refer to "Steering Shaft Removal and Installation
(Page 6B-6)" and "Tie-rod / Tie-rod End Removal and
Installation (Page 6B-9)".
Steering Shaft Holder Dust Seal
Inspect the dust seal for wear or damage. If any defects
are found, replace the dust seal with a new one.
Tie-rod
Inspect the tie-rod for distortion or damage. If any
defects are found, replace the tie-rod with a new one.
Steering / Handlebar:
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I831G1620043-01
6B-10