KTM F8201T5 User Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
56
H01167-01
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 bearing.
» If there is detectable play:
– Adjust the steering head bearing play. ( p. 56)
– 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. 56)
– Check the steering head bearing and adjust if neces-
sary.
Finishing work
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 49)
11.12 Adjusting the steering head bearing play
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 49)
– Take off the handlebar cushion.
S05338-10
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.
–
Mount and tighten screw
2
.
Guideline
Screw, top
steering stem
M8 20 Nm (14.8 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
–
Tighten screws
1
.
Guideline
Screw, top triple
clamp
M8 17 Nm (12.5 lbf ft)
– Check the steering head bearing play. ( p. 55)
Finishing work
– Mount the handlebar cushion.
– Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. ( p. 49)

KTM F8201T5 Specifications

General

Brand	KTM
Model	F8201T5
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English