Yamaha XVS6501997 - Handlebar Inspection; Handlebar Installation

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HANDLEBAR
CHAS
CAUTION:
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NOTE:
NOTE:
23 Nm (2.3 mSkg)
NOTE:
HANDLEBAR INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
S Handlebar
Bends/cracks/damage  Replace.
Do not attempt to straighten a bent handle-
bar as this may dangerously weaken it.
Left handlebar grip replacement steps:
D Remove the handlebar grip.
D Apply a light coat of rubber adhesive on the
end of the handlebar.
D Install the handlebar grip.
Wipe off excess adhesive with a clean rag.
Do not touch the grip until the adhesive has
set.
HANDLEBAR INSTALLATION
1. Install:
S Washers
S Handlebar holder (lower)
1
S Cable guide
2
Temporarily tighten the nuts
3
.
2. Install:
S Handlebar
S Handlebar holder (upper)
D The upper handlebar holder should be
installed with the punch mark
a
forward
A
.