Front End; Steering - APRILIA ATLANTIC 125 Workshop Manual

ATLANTIC 125 - 200

2.14. FRONT END

2.14.1.

STEERING

Inspect after the first 1000 km (621 mi) and then every 6000
km (3728 mi) or 8 months.
The steering is fitted with rolling bearings to ensure smooth
handling.
Proper steering adjustment is vital to smooth steering
movement and safe riding. Any hardness in the steering will
impair handling, whereas a soft steering will result in poor
stability.
CHECKING PLAY IN THE BEARINGS
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Put the vehicle on the center stand.
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Fit a mount under frame.
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Rock the fork back and forth in the direction of travel.
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If you feel any play, adjust the bearings.
ADJUSTING PLAY IN THE BEARINGS
TIGHTENING TORQUE SETTINGS
Check nut (1):
•
Remove the leg guard,
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Loosen check nut (1).
WARNING
Not to damage the steering bearings, take care
do not overscrew or overtighten the adjusting
nut (2).
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Screw the adjusting nut (2) until taking up bearing play.
•
To check existing play, shake fork in the direction of
travel and check that the steering is smooth and free to
rotate.
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Hold the adjusting nut (2) in position and, using a
wrench, tighten check nut (1).
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Repeat the last one operation.
110 Nm (11.0 kgm).
7.1.9.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
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