Where is the steering stem head nut located?
For the Steering Stem Head Nut, the one on top of the triple clamp. Install the washer [A] and the steering stem head nut . For the Steering Stem Nut. (The one that controls the stem bearings tightening) • Settle the inner races in place as follows.
How to check steering head bearing on Kawasaki Vulcan?
Past bikes I had, the service manual had a definitive lbs. number for steering play to check stem bearing tightness, Kawasaki just recommends free play in left to right swinging of the front end. Removal in the Wheels/Tires chapter). tap each end of the handlebar. The front wheel should
How big is the steering head nut on a Vulcan?
It’s a 36mm. I got mine at Lowes and it fits just fine, no need to turn it down. If by bearing spec you mean the torque value on that head nut, it is 80 ft lbs. I would have to double check but I believe when I read that in my 2009 Vulcan Manual there is a slotted span nut that you turn down until your steering feels right.
Is there torque on the top of the headset?
Certainly don’t exceed the torque on the stem but you could try a bit less. If the headset develops play over a week or two, then readjust and tighten a bit more than last time. Sorry, I meant on the top cap, so I guess there isn’t a torque setting, just tight enough to stop any play, Thanks.
How to adjust steering head bearings the cheater way?
This High Class Loser cuts a couple corners and shows you an easier way to adjust the steering head bearings on your Harley Davidson Motorcycle. The process is quite simple and it involves a little feel, if you feel drag…. You’re to tight!
How do you seal a steering bearing Inst?
b) Place the upper bearing and seal onto the stem. Thread the spanner nut back onto the stem. Torque spanner nut to factory recommended levels. c) Place the top triple clamp and washer back into place thread the top nut back on and torque to factory recommended levels. d) Turn the assembly left and right to check for binding. 10) Maintenance.
How do you adjust the neck bearing on a Harley?
This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button. In this video, Bob and Mark show you how to adjust the neck bearing, or steering stem, on a Road King or Touring model.
How do you adjust a steering stem on a Harley?
In this video, Bob and Mark show you how to adjust the neck bearing, or steering stem, on a Road King or Touring model. They demonstrate basic lubrication maintenance and the technique for removing and cleaning parts of the bearing and carefully reinstalling them. As always, this job is easier with two people.