Remove the handle bar clamp bolts and
nuts and take out handle bar.
Remove the stem lock nut and washer
carefully.
Tap the steering stem downwards, taking
care to collect the steering race balls (38
nos) for inspection.
Remove head lamp casing.
Drive out ball races and cover from head
lamp casing.
Using a copper drift, tap out ball race and
cover from the frame head tube.
Take out ball race from steering stem.
CLEANING
Clean all the parts carefully for inspection.
Rub the bearing race balls in a clean cloth.
INSPECTION
Inspect the balls for marks of wear,
corrosion, pitting and damage.
Replace if necessary.
Inspect the races for
- Grooves
- Excessive / uneven wear.
Replace if found defective.
Check all parts for cracks, pitting or any
other damage.
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