Unstable Handling - Yamaha FZS1000N Service Manual

EAS00862

UNSTABLE HANDLING

Handlebar
S Bent or improperly installed handlebar
Steering head components
S Improperly installed upper bracket
S Improperly installed lower bracket
(improperly tightened ring nut)
S Bent steering stem
S Damaged ball bearing or bearing race
Front fork leg(s)
S Uneven oil levels (both front fork legs)
S Unevenly tensioned fork spring
(both front fork legs)
S Broken fork spring
S Bent or damaged inner tube
S Bent or damaged outer tube
Swingarm
S Worn bearing or bushing
S Bent or damaged swingarm
TROUBLESHOOTING
Rear shock absorber assembly(-ies)
S Faulty rear shock absorber spring
S Leaking oil or gas
Tire(s)
S Uneven tire pressures (front and rear)
S Incorrect tire pressure
S Uneven tire wear
Wheel(s)
S Incorrect wheel balance
S Deformed cast wheel
S Damaged wheel bearing
S Bent or loose wheel axle
S Excessive wheel runout
Frame
S Bent frame
S Damaged steering head pipe
S Improperly installed bearing race
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