12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 55
12.7 Removing the fork protector
V00332-10
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Remove screws
and take off the clamp.
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Remove screws
on the left fork leg and take off the left fork protector.
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Remove screws
on the right fork leg and take off the right fork protector.
12.8 Installing the fork protector
V00332-11
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Position the fork protector on the left fork leg. Mount and tighten screws
.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
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Position the brake line, wiring harness, and clamp. Mount and tighten screws
.
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Position the fork protector on the right fork leg. Mount and tighten screws
.
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis M6 10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
12.9 Removing the lower triple clamp (EXC‑F EU/AU)
Preparatory work
– Remove the headlight mask with the headlight. ( p. 97)
– Raise the motorcycle with the lift stand. ( p. 52)
– Remove the front wheel. ( p. 88)
– Remove the fork legs. ( p. 53)
– Remove the front fender. ( p. 61)
– Remove the handlebar cushion.
E00380-10
Main work
– Open the cable holder in front of the right radiator and detach the wiring harness.
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Remove screws
and hang the voltage regulator to the side.
– Open the cable holder in front of the left radiator and detach the wiring harness.
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Loosen screw
.
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Remove screw
.
– Take off the upper triple clamp with the handlebar and set it aside.
Info
Cover the components to protect them against damage.
Do not kink the cables and lines.
E00381-10
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Remove O-ring
and protective ring
.
– Take off the lower triple clamp with the steering stem.
– Remove the upper steering head bearing.