Kawasaki STX-15F - Manual (Page 301)

STEERING 12-15
Steering
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Torque the steering shaft locknut [A].
Torque - Steering Shaft Locknut: 49 ∼ 59 N·m (5.0 ∼ 6.0
kgf·m, 36 ∼ 43 ft·lb)
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Turning the steering shaft fully in left and right direction,
check whether the steering position sensor comes in con-
tact with the magnet.
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Check the clearance [A] between the steering position
sensor [B] and the magnet [C] with feeler gauge.
Steering Position Sensor Clearance
Standard: 0.5 ∼ 1.5 mm (0.02 ∼ 0.06 in.)
If necessary, adjust the clearance by turning the steering
shaft nut.
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Replace the cotter pin [A] with a new one.
NOTE
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When inserting the cotter pin, if the slots in the locknut
do not align with the cotter pin hole in the steering shaft,
tighten the locknut clockwise [B] up to next alignment.
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It should be within 30 degree.
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Loosen once and tighten again when the slot goes past
the nearest hole.
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Band the cotter pin over the nut.
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Install the steering holder.
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Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the steering
holder mounting bolts.
Torque - Steering Holder Mounting Bolts: 20 N·m (2.0
kgf·m, 14.5 in·lb)
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Install the steering neck [A] so that its arrow mark [B]
points toward the front.
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Apply a non-permanent locking agent to the steering neck
mounting bolts.
Torque - Steering Neck Mounting Bolts: 16 N·m (1.6 kgf·m,
12 ft·lb)