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2002 Buell X1: Maintenance 1-33
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ADJUSTMENT
1. Test motorcycle according to procedure listed under
INSPECTION. If adjustment is needed, follow the
instructions below.
2. See Figure 1-39. Loosen both pinch screws (7) on lower
triple clamp.
3. Loosen small pinch screw (8) on upper triple clamp.
4. Tighten or loosen fork stem bolt (1) to set proper tension.
5. Recheck tension using spring scale.
6. Tighten both lower triple clamp pinch screws (7) to 18-20
ft-lbs (24-27 Nm).
7. Tighten small pinch screw (8) on upper triple clamp to
10-12 ft-lbs (14-16 Nm).
Figure 1-39. Steering Head Assembly
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8
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3
5
4
4
5
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6
7
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1. Fork Stem Bolt
2. Upper Triple Clamp
3. Dust Shield (2)
4. Roller Bearing (2)
5. Bearing Cup (2)
6. Lower Triple Clamp
7. Lower Triple Clamp Pinch Screws (2)
8. Screw
9. Upper Triple Clamp Pinch Screws (2)