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    Steering Stem Head or Nut?

    I've got a little instability up front on my GS650G. One thing I'm going to check is the steering stem. Do I torque the Steering Stem Head or Nut? Or both? If I have to tighten the nut, where might I find a "Steering Nut Socket Wrench"?.
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    I have a need to know where to get one also.
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      #3
      Originally posted by Charlie G View Post
      I have a need to know where to get one also.
      Just found this http://www.partzilla.com/parts/detai...940-14910.html

      But I've read that channel locks will do the trick.

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        #4
        Check your swing arm pivots, too.

        Often times a problem that appears to be at the front is actually in the rear, and vice versa.

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          #5
          I bought a steering stem wrench at Z1 enterprises and then had to ask Steve to grind it down some to fit as i dont have a bench grinder. It wasn't too expensive either.

          Here's a link to it:

          Z1 Enterprises - Specializing in Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Parts, Including New Old Stock & Aftermarket Parts
          http://www.z1enterprises.com/ItemDetails.aspx?itemDescription=Spanner+Wrench&item=TU15-1698
          Z1 Enterprises specializes in quality Motorcycle parts for Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha Classic Japanese motorcycles from the 1970's and 1980's.
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            #6
            Alpha Sports lists one: Part# 09940-14911
            Desc STEERING NUT SO -SUUSD Price 75.83



            A bit pricey for my taste. Does this really need to be torqued?

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