12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 88
12.8 Checking the play of the steering head bearing
Warning
Danger of accidents Unstable vehicle handling from incorrect steering head bearing play.
– Adjust the steering head bearing play without delay. (Your authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)
Info
If the vehicle is operated for a lengthy period with play in the steering head bearing, the bearings and the bearing seats in the
frame can become damaged over time.
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the work stand.
– Place a load on rear of vehicle.
The front wheel is not in contact with the ground.
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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 bearing.
» If there is detectable play:
– Adjust the steering head bearing play. ( p. 89)
– 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. 89)
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