Kawasaki Z1000 Motorcycle User Manual


 
STEERING 14-7
Steering Stem
To remove the bearing outer races [C] pressed into the
head pipe [B], insert a bar [A] into the recesses [D] of head
pipe, and applying it to both recess alternately hamm er it
to drive the race out.
NOTE
If either steering stem bearing is damaged, it is recom-
mende
d that both the upper and lower bearings (includ-
ing outer races) should be replaced with new ones.
Remove the lower bearing inner race [A] which is pressed
onto the steering stem with a suitable commercially avail-
able chisel [B].
Stem, Stem Bearing Installation
Replace the bearing outer races with new ones.
Apply grease to the outer races, and drive them into the
head pipe at the same time.
Special Tools - Bearing Driver Set: 57001–1129 [A]
Replace the bearing inner races with new ones.
Drive the lower ball bearing inner race applied the grease
onto the stem.
Special Tools - Steering Stem Bearing Driver: 57001–1344
[A]
Steering Stem Bearing Driver Adapter:
57001–1345 [B]