12. FRONT WHEEL/FRONT BRAKE/FRONT
SUSPENSION/STEERING SYSTEM
12-14
STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL
Remove handlebar. (Refer to “FRAME
COVER” section in chapter 2)
Remove the cotter pins and nuts attaching
the tie-rods, then remove tie-rods.
Remove the cotter pin and nut attaching the
steering column, then remove steering
column and collar.
Remove the two bolts to remove the
steering bracket and rubber collar.
Remove steering column and collar.
INSPECTION
Inspect the steering column.
Replace it if bends or damage.
Inspect the collar.
Replace it if wear or damage.
Inspect the duty seals, snap ring and
bearing.
Replace them if wear or damage.
Cotter Pin
Do not attempt to straighten a bent shaft,
this may dangerously weaken the shaft.
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Bearing