Yamaha LIT-11616-16-02, 5TE-F8197-10 Checking the Steering System, Adjusting the TOE-IN

CHECKING THE STEERING SYSTEM/ ADJUSTING THE TOE-IN

CHK ADJ

CHECKING THE STEERING SYSTEM

1.Place the machine on a level surface. 2.Check:

●Steering assembly bushings

Move the handlebar up and down, and/or

back and forth.

Excessive play → Replace the steering stem bearing.

3.Check:

●Tie-rod ends

Turn the handlebar to the left and/or right until it stops completely, then move the

handlebar from the left to the right slightly. Tie-rod end has any vertical play → Replace

the tie-rod end.

4.Raise the front end of the machine so that there is no weight on the front wheels.

5.Check:

●Ball joints and/or wheel bearings

Move the wheels laterally back and forth. Excessive free play → Replace the front

arms (upper and lower) and/or wheel bearings.

ADJUSTING THE TOE-IN

1.Place the machine on a level surface. 2.Measure:

●Toe-in

Out of specification → Adjust.

Toe-in:

0 ~ 10 mm (0 ~ 0.39 in)

(with tires touching the ground)

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Measurement steps:

NOTE:

Before measuring the toe-in, make sure that the tire pressure is correct.

●Mark both front tire tread centers.

●Face the handlebar straight ahead.

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