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FORK, TRIPLE CLAMP
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Changing the steering head bearing
Main work
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the fork legs to and fro
in the direction of travel.
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No play should be noticeable in the steering head bearing.
If there is noticeable play present:
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Adjust the play of the steering head bearing.
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Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steering range.
The handlebar must be able to move easily over the entire steering range. No
resting locations should be noticeable.
If click positions are noticeable:
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Adjust the play of the steering head bearing.
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Check the steering head bearing and change if necessary.
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand.
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Remove the front wheel.
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Remove the fork legs.
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Remove the start number plate.
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Remove the front fender.
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Remove the handlebar cushion.
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Remove the lower triple clamp.
Main work
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Remove the lower bearing race
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Press in the new bearing race all the way using a suitable tool.
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Remove the upper bearing race
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