Inspection - Yamaha YFM250XL(C) Service Manual

STEERING SYSTEM

INSPECTION

1.Inspect:
Handlebar
Cracks/Bends/Damage → Replace.
2.Inspect:
Steering shaft
Bends/Damage → Replace.
WARNING
Do not attempt to straighten a bent shaft;
this may dangerously weaken the shaft.
3.Inspect:
Steering bearings 1
Oil seals 2
Wear/Damage → Replace.
4.Inspect:
Tie-rod 1
Bend/Damage → Replace.
5.Check:
Rod end movement
Rod end exists free play → Replace.
Rod end tuns roughly → Replace.
Tapered surface (rod end)
Pitting/Wear/Damage → Replace.
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