- Remove the steering stem head (See Stem, Stem Bearing Removal).
- Bend the claws [A] of the claw washer straighten.
- Remove the steering stem locknut [B] and claw washer [C].
- Adjust the steering.
Special Tool - Steering Stem Nut Wrench [A]: 57001-1100
If the steering is too tight, loosen the stem nut [B] a fraction of a turn.
If the steering is too loose, tighten the stem nut a fraction of a turn.
Note: Turn the stem nut 1/8 turn at time maximum.
- Install the claw washer [A] so that its bent side [B] faces upward, and engage the bent claws with the grooves of stem locknut [C].
- Hand tighten the stem locknut until it touches the claw washer.
- 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].
- Install the steering stem head.
- Install the washer, and tighten the stem head bolt.
- Tighten:
- Torque -Steering Stem Head Bolt: 108 Nm (11.0 kgf·m, 80 ft·lb)
- Front Fork Clamp Bolts (Upper): 20 Nm (2.0 kgf·m 15 ft·lb)
- Check the steering again.
If the steering is still too tight or too loose, repeat the adjustment.
- Install the removed parts (see appropriate chapters).
