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14-8 S TEERING
Steerin g Stem
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Install the claw washer [A] so that its bent side [B] faces
upward, and engage the bent claws with t he grooves of
stem locknut [C].
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Hand tighten the stem locknut until it touches the claw
washer.
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Tighten the stem locknut clockwise until the claws are
aligned with the grooves (ranging from 2nd to 4th) of stem
nut [D], and bend the 2 claws downward [E].
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Install the stem head.
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Install the washer, and tighten the stem head bolt with
specified torque.
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Install t he steering stem head bolt plug.
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Install the front fork (see Suspension chapter).
NOTE
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Tighten the fork upper clamp bolts first, next the stem
head nut, last the fork lower clamp bolts.
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Tighten the two clamp bolts alternately two times to en-
sure even tightening torque.
Torque - Steering Stem Head Bolt : 108 N·m (11 kgf·m, 80
ft·lb)
Front Fork Clamp Bolts (Upper) :
20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 14 ft·lb)
Front Fork Clamp Bolts (Lower) :
20 N·m (2.0 kgf·m, 14 ft·lb)
WARNING
Do not impede the handlebar turning by routing the
cables, harnesses and hoses improperly (see Ap-
pendix chapter).
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Install the removed parts (see appropriate chapters).
Stem Bearing Lubrication
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Refer to the Steering in t he Periodic Maintenance chapter.
Steering Stem Warp
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Whenever the steering stem is removed, or if the steering
cannot be adjusted for smooth action, check the steering
stem for straightness.
If the steering stem [A] is bent, replace the steering stem.