SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 12
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Main work
– Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the
fork legs to and fro in the direction of travel.
Play should not be detectable on the steering head bear-
ing.
» If there is detectable play:
– Adjust the steering head bearing play. ( p. 61)
– Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
It must be possible to move the handlebar easily over the
entire steering range. There should be no detectable detent
positions.
» If detent positions are detected:
– Adjust the steering head bearing play. ( p. 61)
– Check the steering head bearing and replace if neces-
sary.
– Check the steering stop bolts for correct adjustment and
locking.
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 54)
12.12 Adjusting the steering head bearing play
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 54)
S03554-10
Main work
–
Loosen screws
1
.
–
Remove screw
2
.
–
Loosen and retighten screw
3
.
Guideline
Screw, top steering
head
M20x1.5 12 Nm (8.9 lbf ft)
– Using a plastic hammer, tap lightly on the upper triple clamp
to avoid stresses.
–
Tighten screws
1
.
Guideline
Screw, top triple
clamp
M8 17 Nm (12.5 lbf ft)
–
Mount and tighten screw
2
.
Guideline
Screw, top
steering stem
M8 17 Nm (12.5 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
Finishing work
– Check the steering head bearing for play. ( p. 60)
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 54)
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