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2022 Kawasaki KX65 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).
- 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 rock the front fork back and forth as shown. If play is felt, the steering is too loose and needs to be adjusted.
Steering Adjustment
- Loosen the number plate.
- Raise the front wheel off the ground using a jack (special tool).
- Remove the handlebar clamps and handlebar.
- Loosen the steering stem head nut, and the front fork lower clamp bolts.
- Turn the steering stem locknut with a stem nut wrench (special tool) to obtain the proper adjusment
A. Stem Head Nut
B. Steering Stem Nut Wrench (P/No. 57001-1100)
Apply the specified torque to the stem head nut and front fork lower clamp bolts.