MAINTENANCE
2.26
TIE ROD END / STEERING
INSPECTION
To checkforplay in thetie rodend, grasp the steering
tie rod, pull in all directions feeling for movement.
G Repeat inspection for inner tie rod
end (on steering post).
G Replace any worn steering
components. Steering should move
freely through entire range of travel
without binding.
G Elevatefrontend of machinesofront
wheels are off theground. Check for
any looseness in front hub / wheel
assembly by grasping the tire firmly
at top and bottom first, and then at
frontandrear. Trytomovethewheel
and hub by pushing inward and
pulling outward.
Check for Loose Wheel or Hub
G If abnormal movement is detected,
inspect the hub and wheel assembly
to determine the cause.
G Refer to the Body/Steering or Final
Drive chapter for more information.
CAMBER AND CASTER
The camber and caster are non-adjustable.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT METHOD:
STRAIGHTEDGE OR
STRING
Be sure to keep handlebars centered. See notes
below.
NOTE: String should just touch side sur-
face of rear tire on each side of machine.
NOTE: Thesteeringpostarmcanbeused
as an indicator of whether the handlebars
are straight. The frog should always point
straight back from the steering post.
Rear rim
measure-
ment should
be 1/16″ to
1/8″ (.2to.3
cm) more
than front rim
measure-
ment.
Measure
from string
to rim at
front and
rear of rim.
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