Mgrhiki Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Hi guys i bought yamaha xj6n last week for gud price just notice today that while riding when i turn the steering feel hard doesnt turn easily.fell like boly is too tight not sure?Sent from my SM-G925F using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Check the steering bearings. Put the bike of a stand with the front wheel raised off the ground. Put the bars to central. A light tap on each end should be enough to turn the steering most of the way to full lock. Make sure it goes from lock to lock smoothly. If they don't move easily then the bearings are probably too tight. If it's notchy the bearings are worn and need replaced. Also grab the lower part of the forks and give it a push back and forth. If it knocks that's an indication that the bearings are too loose. Also check routing of cables, etc. as this can affect steering if they're routed incorrectly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Welcome to TMBF mate. ......pop over to the Newbies section and introduce yourself to the guys when you can. ...... Have you checked your tyre pressures?....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastbob Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 Definitely check tyre pressures especially the front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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