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1978 Strada Top Yoke nut torque

Posted: 21 Mar 2023 04:51
by bueller116
Anyone know the torque spec for top yoke nut on top of triple tree? 1978 Strada.

Thanks.

Re: 1978 Strada Top Yoke nut torque

Posted: 21 Mar 2023 21:05
by Steve Brown
That fastener is really the adjuster for the steering head bearings. So don't apply any great torque to it, just adjust the play out of the bearings, not so tight the bearings feel tight or lumpy. Then lock it with the horizontal pinch bolt/allen screw just below.