Re: [ST] Fork/triple clamp needs tightening

[George K <gkeslin@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

It's not the forks proper but the head stock that's loose.  IIRC it 
requires special tools to tighten it.  I'll run out at take a look at 
the manual for my '02 in a bit and report back.

George

chris warren wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I recently noticed some play in my forks and a clunking sound when 
> going over certain bumps.  The play can be reproduced by holding the 
> front brake and rocking the bike forward.  This is reminiscent to me 
> of when a bicycle's forks are loose and I know how to fix it on a bike 
> but not on  a motorcycle.  Can someone tell me the proper way to 
> re-tighten (i.e. what nut(s) and what torque) this to take the play out?
>
> Thanks.
>
> Chris
> '01 Sprint ST
>
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