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CHAS
STEERING SYSTEM
INSPECTION
1.Inspect:
● Handlebar
Cracks/Bends/Damage → Replace.
2.Inspect:
● Steering shaft
Bends/Damage → Replace.
WARNING
Do not attempt to straighten a bent shaft;
this may dangerously weaken the shaft.
3.Inspect:
● Steering bearings 1
● Oil seals 2
Wear/Damage → Replace.
4.Inspect:
● Tie-rod 1
Bend/Damage → Replace.
5.Check:
● Rod end movement
Rod end exists free play → Replace.
Rod end tuns roughly → Replace.
● Tapered surface (rod end)
Pitting/Wear/Damage → Replace.
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