1997 Elite 50 Handlebar Alignment
Posted: Wed Oct 16, 2019 11:39 pm
Hi all,
First post here, but long-time motorcycle nut.
Looking at purchasing a 1997 Honda Elite 50 SR.
While test riding it, I noticed that the handlebars were not aligned with the front wheel.
Is it possible to align the handlebars on the stem like a bicycle?
I noticed that the service manual states, “Align the tabs on the handlebars with the grooves in the steering stem,” while installing the handlebars (12-3). So, is there really only one available position? If you crash the scooter, do the handlebars just have to be replaced?
After I left, the guy said he put the front wheel between his legs and straightened the handlebars like a bicycle. Is this even possible, or did he just bend another part to get it straight?
Thanks for any knowledge.
First post here, but long-time motorcycle nut.
Looking at purchasing a 1997 Honda Elite 50 SR.
While test riding it, I noticed that the handlebars were not aligned with the front wheel.
Is it possible to align the handlebars on the stem like a bicycle?
I noticed that the service manual states, “Align the tabs on the handlebars with the grooves in the steering stem,” while installing the handlebars (12-3). So, is there really only one available position? If you crash the scooter, do the handlebars just have to be replaced?
After I left, the guy said he put the front wheel between his legs and straightened the handlebars like a bicycle. Is this even possible, or did he just bend another part to get it straight?
Thanks for any knowledge.