adjust steering

[Geok]

hey i did a lil crash with my buike i fixed it as new but i have a problem
my handlebar does not match the front wheel direction
how i can fix this
the handle bar is new not bent

 

[I JET]

the forks look twisted in the triple clamps and could very well be bent...bit hard to tell from the photos. Best to remove them and have them checked out. You can try loosening off the bolts on the triple clamps, you'll hear a pop noise as the tension is released on the twisted stanchion tubes. If you're not sure take it to a bike mechanic, you don't wanna be riding around on a death trap.

 

[Geok]

the triple clamps you mean the top one the base of the handlebar?

 

[TownsendsFJR1300]

the triple clamps you mean the top one the base of the handlebar?

Put the bike on the center stand and get the nose just off the ground. I use a scissor jack under the header(won't hurt anything)

As posted above, loosen BOTH the upper and lower triple clamps. I would also crack the axle loose.

Now hold the front tire between your legs and pull the handle bars to get the nose straight. You may have to crack the
center stem loose too...

How hard did you hit, type of crash?

 

[Geok]

U mean this clamps .
My english not sowell

 

[Gary in NJ]

Yes, and the axle nut. Do you need the torque specs for tightening?

 

[TownsendsFJR1300]

Actually, the axle, and fork pinch bolt, there is NO "nut"

 

[Gary in NJ]

Ha. I have too many bikes to keep track of which has what. I know it when I see it. My DRZ requires that I use a spark plug socket turned around and used the 7/8 hex end.

 

[TownsendsFJR1300]

Ha. I have too many bikes to keep track of which has what. I know it when I see it. My DRZ requires that I use a spark plug socket turned around and used the 7/8 hex end.

I was up to 4 at one point, an 04 G0ldwing, 04 FJR1300, 05 KLR250, and the FZ.

Sold the rest and kept my fav (the FZ). Easier to keep track of!

 

[Geok]

thank very much !!
i did it take a ride and its much better now