STEERING HEAD INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
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7
a
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Loosen the ring nut one turn.
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Retighten the ring nut using the ring nut
G
wrench.
WARNING
Avoid over-tightening.
Ring nut (final tightening):
1 Nm (0.1 m • kg, 0.7 ft • lb)
Check the steering shaft by turning it lock
G
to lock. If there is any binding, remove the
steering shaft assembly and inspect the
steering bearings.
Install the handle crown 6, main switch
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7, handlebar 8, and front fender.
NOTE:
Install the handlebar holder with its groove
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a facing outward.
The upper handlebar holder should be
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installed with the punched mark b for-
ward.
CAUTION:
First tighten the bolts on the front side of
the handlebar holder, and then tighten
the bolts on the rear side.
Steering stem bolt:
40 Nm (4.0 m • kg, 2.9 ft • lb)
Front fork cap bolt:
40 Nm (4.0 m • kg, 2.9 ft • lb)
Handlebar upper holder:
23 Nm (2.3 m • kg, 17 ft • lb)
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