Suzuki GSX1300R - Steering General Diagnosis; Diagnostic Information and Procedures; Steering Symptom Diagnosis

Steering General Diagnosis: 6A-1
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Steering General Diagnosis
Diagnostic Information and Procedures
Steering Symptom Diagnosis
B815H26104001
Condition Possible cause Correction / Reference Item
Heavy steering Over tightened steering stem nut. Adjust.
Broken bearing in steering stem. Replace.
Distorted steering stem. Replace.
Not enough pressure in tires. Adjust.
Defective steering damper unit. Replace.
Wobbly handlebars Loss of balance between right and left
front forks.
Replace fork, adjust fork oil level or replace
spring.
Distorted front fork. Repair or replace.
Distorted front axle or crooked tire. Replace.
Loose steering stem nut. Adjust.
Worn or incorrect tire or wrong tire
pressure.
Adjust or replace.
Worn bearing/race in steering stem. Replace.