[Momaru]

Ok. I looked around, but I can't find a real thread on checking/maintaining the steering stem.

Who's done this, and do you have any suggestions, hints, etc? I know I'm about 5,500mi overdue for lubing the steering stem/bearings. The play's fine, but just feel like I should check on them.

I currently lack the manual-specified tool for the special nut under the triples. Is there a workaround or alternate (common) tool that works just as well that Kawasaki doesn't wanna tell you about?

Any particular kind of grease I should use (waterproof, high-density, bearing specific...), or will the regular lithium do?


Also looking for pointers on the swingarm pivot lubrication.

Thanks in advance!