MAINTENANCE
2.25
TIE ROD END/STEERING INSPECTION
CONT’D
S If abnormal movement is detected,
inspect the hub and wheel assembly
to determine the cause ( possible
loose wheel nuts or loose front hub
components).
Check for Loose Wheel or Hub
S Refer to the Body/Steering Chapter
5 or Final Drive Chapter 7 for service
procedures.
CAMBER AND CASTER
The camber and caster are non-adjustable.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
METHOD 1:
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: The steering post arm “frog” can be
used as an indicator of whether the handle-
bars are straight. The frog should always
point straight back from the steering post.
Rear rim
measure-
ment should
be 1/16 to
1/8 (.2 to .3
cm) more
than front rim
measure-
ment.
Measure
from string
to rim at
front and
rear of rim.
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
METHOD 2:
CHALK
1. Place machine on a smooth level surface.
2. Set handlebars in a straight ahead position and
secure handlebars in this position. NOTE: The
steering arm “frog” can be used as an indicator of
whether the handlebars are straight. The frog
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