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STEERING HEAD INSPECTION/
FRONT FORK INSPECTION
INSP
ADJ
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NOTE:
110 Nm (11.0 mSkg)
20 Nm (2.0 mSkg)
D Check the steering head for looseness or
binding by turning it all the way, in both direc-
tions. If it binds, remove the steering stem as-
sembly and inspect the steering bearings.
Refer to “STEERING HEAD AND HAN-
DLEBAR” in CHAPTER 6.
D Install the rubber washer
3
.
D Install the upper ring nut
2
.
D Finger tighten the upper ring nut
2
, then
align the slots of both ring nuts. If necessary,
hold the lower ring nut and tighten the upper
ring nut until their slots are aligned.
D Install the lock washer
1
.
Make sure the lock washer tabs sit correctly in
the ring nut slots.
7. Install:
S Upper bracket
S Steering stem nut
S Front fork pinch bolts (upper)
EB304140
FRONT FORK INSPECTION
Securely support the motorcycle so that
there is no danger of it falling over.
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
2. Check:
S Inner tube
Scratches/damage Replace.
S Oil seal
Excessive oil leakage Replace.
3. Hold the motorcycle upright and apply the
front brake.
4. Check:
S Operation
Push down hard on the handlebars sever-
al times.
Unsmooth operation Repair.
Refer to “FRONT FORK” in CHAPTER 6.
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