Specifications

Cycle parts

chap. 7

7-39

Release 00 2002-09

Atlantic 500

INSPECTION OF THE BEARINGS

Check that the parts are in proper working order.

Make sure that the area coming into contact with the

balls (1) (on the rotating (2) and fixed (3) seats) is not

damaged or excessively worn. If any damage or wear

is found, replace the whole bearing.

Apply grease to the area coming into contact with

the bearings in the two seats (2 and 3), see (LU-

BRICANT CHART).

Refitting

To refit, follow the disassembly instructions in reverse

order, including the following steps:

Make sure that no pipes or cables are twisted.

NOTE The hole for fastening to the handlebar clamp

must be aligned with the cable on the fork pin.

CAUTION

Do not forcefully screw or tighten the register nut

(4) in order not to damage the steering bearings.

Tighten the register nut (4) until bearing play is re-

stored.

Check the play by moving the fork in the direction of

travel and making sure that steering movements are

fluid and freely rotating.

Lock the register nut (4) into position and tighten the

lock nut (5) with a wrench.

Repeat the second operation.

CAUTION