Headstock re-assembly (Aprilia RS125/3)
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Read 1.2.1 carefully.
Torque wrench settings:
Fit the bearing (1) to the top end of the steering tube using the drift.
Position the washer (2) and the oil seal (3) in the order.
Fit the bearing (4) to the bottom end of the steering tube using the drift.
Position the bottom dust seal (5).
Grease the steering stem and install the bottom yoke and steering stem (6); see 1.8.1.
Before finally tightening the adjusting ring, turn the steering in both directions repeatedly. This will allow the bearings to seat themselves properly.
Adjust play in the bearings; see 2.16.1.
Turn the handlebars to ensure that cables and hoses do not bind. Ensure that cables and hoses are not twisted or twisted around one another.
Lower the hoist arm.
Install the brake caliper to the brake disc.
Install the mudguard; see 7.1.10.
Detach the slings from the frame.
Install the air scoop; see 7.1.17.
Install the front fairing.
Torque wrench settings:
- Brake caliper mounting bolts: 22 Nm (2.2 kg·m)
Note. Make sure to have a drift with the same diameter as the bearing outer ring available.
Fit the bearing (1) to the top end of the steering tube using the drift.
Position the washer (2) and the oil seal (3) in the order.
Fit the bearing (4) to the bottom end of the steering tube using the drift.
Position the bottom dust seal (5).
Grease the steering stem and install the bottom yoke and steering stem (6); see 1.8.1.
Before finally tightening the adjusting ring, turn the steering in both directions repeatedly. This will allow the bearings to seat themselves properly.
Adjust play in the bearings; see 2.16.1.
Turn the handlebars to ensure that cables and hoses do not bind. Ensure that cables and hoses are not twisted or twisted around one another.
Lower the hoist arm.
Warning! Ensure that the rear wheel stand (OPT) is positioned correctly before removing the slings.
Install the brake caliper to the brake disc.
Install the mudguard; see 7.1.10.
Detach the slings from the frame.
Install the air scoop; see 7.1.17.
Install the front fairing.
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