All models: Movement in steering

Movement in steering may be only lateral (forward and backward) or omnidirectional (forward, backward, left and right) and may have serveral different causes.

Follow these steps to find out the type of movement that occurs on Your motorcycle:

Sit on the motorcycle, place Your hands on grips and hold the front brake firmly.
Try to push the motorcycle repeatedly forward and backward only about inch (few centimeters).
Try to push the motorcycle left and right just by Your knees, while trying to keep the handlebar in the exact same place.

Watch closely, where the movement occurs:

Between brake caliper and brake disc (lateral movement, observable only during step #2). This is normal, but for reassurance check tightness of all caliper bolts.
Between upper and lower legs of front suspension fork (lateral movement, observable only during step #2). Small play here is normal, because there must be a clerance for the suspension fork to be able to move up and down. If You are unsure, whether a movement in this place is within limits, please contact Your selling dealer or KUBERG Customer Service. Many KUBERG front forks have service kits available.
Between upper legs of the front suspension fork and the steering column of the frame (omnidirectional movement, observable during step #2 and also #3). This is most common issue and is easily fixable (see below).
Between the handlebars and the steering stem (omnidirectional movement, observable during step #2 and also #3).

Omnidirectional movement in steering

Follow these steps to check the head set bearings:

Required tools:

hex wrench #5

Ensure, that the magnetic kill switch is in OFF position (magnet NOT attached).
Place the motorcycle on a solid and level surface of a mounting stand, so that both wheels are off the ground.
Rotate the handlebar left and right to find out, whether it rotates freely. If there's a movement in steering column (head set bearings) and resistance to rotation at the same time (or scratching sounds), the head set bearing need to be replaced at first place, or at least disassembled, cleaned, properly lubricated and assembled again. For this operation KUBERG highly recommends taking the motorcycle to your local selling dealer or to the nearest professional motorcycle service center.
Using the hex wrench #5 loosen 2 side bolts on the steering stem. Each one is from a different side.
Remove the rubber cup from the upper bolt of the steering stem and using the hex wrench #5 tighten it by a quarter turn.
Try to rotate the handlebar left and right again - it still must rotate freely without almost any resistance.
Remove the motorcycle from the mounting stand and check the movement in steering again and repeat step #5 if needed. Do NOT overtighten the bolt, the maximum torque is 8 - 10 Nm. If You feel high resistance while tightening, it may point out to damaged thread on bolt, counterpart (star nut) or bearing(s). In this case please contact Your selling dealer or KUBERG Customer Service.
Using the hex wrench #5 alternately tighten both side bolts on the steering stem (8 - 10 Nm).
Return the rubber cup onto the upper bolt of the steering stem.

If Your motorcycle is under warranty, please register it on our website, if You have not already done so:
https://www.kuberg.com/en/bike-registration

If the problem persists, please contact Your dealer or KUBERG customer service (support@kuberg.com). For the fastest possible resolution please send:

VIN of Your motorcycle (it is stamped on the right side of the steering column).
Detailed information on actions taken so far, a few photos and preferably a video.

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All models: Movement in steering

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