Norton Commando Workshop Manual

## Front Forks/Steering

# G

5 | Remove the first fork leg, replacing the top bolt to prevent oil loss.
6 | Repeat the operation for the second leg.
Note that the steering head bearings are of the sealed ball journal type which will not be disturbed by removal of the yokes and stem.
7 | 1971 and later models. Remove the lower yoke. This is accomplished by releasing the tab washer and removing the large nut from the bottom of the fork stem. Support the headlamp and tap the lower yoke downwards clear of the stem.
8 | Collect the two bottom and one top 'O' ring released by each headlamp bracket and top cover and allow the headlamp to hang down on its harness, with fork covers attached.
9 | The upper yoke is now captive only by the tightness of the stem in the steering head bearings. Use a hide mallet or soft drift to drive the stem up through the bearings, allowing the upper yoke to be removed. Collect the dust cover and washer.
7A | Pre 1971 models. Remove the large chrome blind nut and washer and drive the upper yoke up off the stem.
8A | Remove the nut and dust cover from the stem.
9A | Using a hide hammer or soft drift, drive the stem down through the bearings, to release the lower yoke and stem.

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