Suzuki DR600S - Steering Inspection

e
Loosen
the
steering
stem
nut
@)
by
using
the
special
tool.
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09940-14920
|
Steering
nut
socket
wrench
e Remove the steering stem nut, dust seal and
upper race, and draw out the steering stem.
NOTE:
Hold the steering stem lower bracket by hand
to prevent from falling.
e Remove the upper steering stem steel balls.
I Number of balls | 18 pcs
e Draw out the lower steering stem bearing by
using the special tool.
CAUTION:
The removed bearing should be replaced.
09941-84510 Bearing inner race remover
@ Drive out the steering stem bearing races, upper
and lower, by using the special tools.
09941-54911
09941-74910
Steering race remover
Steering bearing installer
INSPECTION
Inspect
the
removed
parts
for
the
following
abnor-
malities.
*
Handlebar
distortion
*
Handlebar
clamp
wear
*
Race
wear
and
brinelling
*
Steel
balls
wear
or
damage
*
Abnormal
noise
of
bearing
*
Distortion
of
steering
stem
Inspect
the
play
of
dampers
by
hands
while
fixing
it
in
the
steering
stem
upper
bracket.
If
the
play
can
be
found,
replace
the
dampers.
CHASSIS
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