6B-9 Steering / Handlebar:
3) Tighten the steering stem head nut (2).
Tightening torque
Steering stem head nut (a): 100 N·m (10.0 kgf-
m, 72.5 lbf-ft)
4) Temporary install the handlebars and tighten the
handlebar bolts (3) to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
Handlebar holder bolt (b): 45 N·m (4.5 kgf-m,
32.5 lbf-ft)
Handlebars
Install the handlebars. Refer to “Handlebars Removal
and Installation” (Page 6B-3).
Steering Related Parts Inspection
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Refer to “Steering Removal and Installation” (Page 6B-
7).
Inspect the removed parts for the following
abnormalities:
• Distortion of the steering stem
• Bearing wear or damage
• Abnormal bearing noise
• Race wear or damage
• Dust seal damage
• Damper bushing wear or damage if any abnormal are
found, replace defective parts with new ones.
Steering System Inspection
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Refer to “Steering System Inspection” in Section 0B
(Page 0B-25).
Steering Stem Bearing Removal and Installation
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Removal
1) Remove the steering stem lower bracket. Refer to
“Steering Removal and Installation” (Page 6B-7).
2) Remove the dust seal (1) upper bearing (2).
2
1
(a)
2
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(b)
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