2022 Kawasaki KLX140R Steering
Steering
The steering should always be kept adjusted so that the handlebar will turn freely but not have excessive play.
Steering Inspection
- To check the steering adjustment, raise the front
- wheel off the ground using a jack (special tool: 57001-1238).
- Push the handlebar lightly to either side. If the handlebar continues moving under its own momentum, the steering is not too tight.
- Squatting in front of the motorcycle, grasp the lower ends of the front fork at the axle, and push and pull the front fork back and forth as shown. If play is felt, the steering is too loose and needs to be adjusted.
- A. Push and Pull
- Steering Adjustment
- Raise the front wheel off the ground using a jack (special tool: 57001-1238).
- Remove the handlebar (see Handiebar section).
- Loosen the left and right front fork clamp bolts (upper).
- Remove the steering stem head nut, and raise the steering stem head.
- A. Steering Stem Head
- B. Steering Stem Head Nut
- C. Front Fork Clamp Bolts (Upper)
Turn the steering stem nut with a stem nut wrench (special tool: 57001-1100) to obtain the proper adjustment.
- A. Steering Stem Nut
- B. Stem Nut Wrench (Special Tool: 57001-1100)
- Install the steering stem head to the original position.
- Apply the specified torques to the steering head nut and front fork clamp bolts (upper).
Tightening Torque
- Steering Stem Head Nut: 64 Nm (6.5 kgfm, 47 ft-lb)
- Front Fork Clamp Bolt (Upper): L 20 Nm (2.0 kgfm, 15 ft-lb)
Install the handlebar (see Handlebar section), and apply the specified torque, check the steering again and readjust it if necessary. Check the front brake for the proper brake effect, or no brake drag.