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Installation Guidelines and Safety Advice - Aluminium and Stainless Steel Bolts, Nuts & Accessories

AS3 Performance Installation Guidelines and Safety Advice – Aluminium and Stainless Steel Bolts, Nuts and Accessories

Congratulations for choosing AS3 Performance Parts for your motorcycle! Please read these helpful guidelines and safety tips, and be sure to contact us if you have any further questions about your new performance parts.

AS3 Performance advise that all products be fitted by a qualified mechanic.

The vehicle should be suitably parked and secured before attempting to fit any parts. Parts should only be fitted when the engine is off. Allow enough time for the engine and coolant to cool down prior to installing parts. Regular maintenance checks should be carried out to verify parts are still secured and functioning correctly after installation is complete. Unless otherwise noted, AS3 Performance radiator hoses and hose clamps are not designed for fuel, oil, or end-user modifications, and such uses may void the warranty.

Prior to Installation

Prior to installation, please ensure the following safety precautions are followed:

1. Park the vehicle and secure it in a stable manner, following all safety precautions in the vehicle’s owner’s manual.
2. Turn off the engine and disconnect the battery (as per the owner’s manual) to help prevent unexpected events.
3. Allow the motorcycle to cool entirely before removing or installing any parts.

**Serious injury can result from hot engine parts or if the vehicle or its parts move unexpectedly.**

**After stopping the engine, we advise waiting at least 8 hours for the motorcycle to completely cool before removing or installing parts.**

Installation Guidelines – Aluminum Socket Cap Engine Bolt Kits

Below are 5 steps to assist with installation and maximum lifespan of your new AS3 Performance Parts.

1. Prior to commencing work, park the vehicle securely and ensure the engine is fully cooled.
2. Remove the OEM bolt and replace with the equivalent AS3 Performance bolt, the bolts should be exactly the same length, diameter and thread pitch.
3. When all bolts in the kit are in place tighten to the following torque settings - 5mm bolts: 6.00Nm, 6mm bolts: 6.00Nm, 8mm bolts 10Nm. Aluminum is a soft material so take extra precautions not to over tighten.
4. Once installation is complete check each part is tight and all moving parts are moving freely, give your motorcycle a small test run at very low speed, park and secure the bike and check all installed parts again and all moving parts are moving freely.
5. Periodically retighten all nuts and bolts as part of your regular maintenance going forward. Do not use harsh cleaners or abrasives to clean AS3 Performance parts.

Installation Guidelines – Aluminum Steering Stem Top Yoke Nuts

Below are 5 steps to assist with installation and maximum lifespan of your new AS3 Performance Parts.

1. Prior to commencing work, park the vehicle securely and ensure all parts are fully cooled
2. Remove the OEM nut and replace with the equivalent AS3 Performance nut, the nut should be exactly the same diameter and thread pitch as the OEM nut, if it is not the same do not install and contact AS3 Performance.
3. When the nut is in place check the OEM manufacturers torque guide and reduce values by 30%. Aluminum is a soft material so take extra precautions not to over tighten.
4. Once installation is complete check the nut is tight and all moving parts are moving freely, give your motorcycle a small test run at very low speed, park and secure the bike and check all installed part again and all moving parts are moving freely.
5. Periodically retighten the nut as part of your regular maintenance going forward. Do not use harsh cleaners or abrasives to clean AS3 Performance parts.

Installation Guidelines – Aluminum Oil Filler Plugs

Below are 7 steps to assist with installation and maximum lifespan of your new AS3 Performance Parts.

1. Prior to commencing work, park the vehicle securely and ensure all parts are fully cooled
2. Remove the OEM oil filler plug and replace with the equivalent AS3 Performance part, check the thread, it should be exactly the same diameter and pitch as the OEM nut, if it is not the same do not install and contact AS3 Performance.
3. When the nut is in place check the OEM manufacturers torque guide and reduce values by 30%. Aluminum is a soft material so take extra precautions not to over tighten.
4. Some AS3 Performance oil filler plugs have pre-drilled holes, you can use these holes to fit locking wire so that the plug does not come loose.
5. AS3 Performance oil filler plugs are supplied with an O ring which must be used to achieve an air tight seal. Test to ensure no oil is leaking, if the seal is not air tight do not install.
6. Once installation is complete check the plug is tight and give your motorcycle a small test run at very low speed, park and secure the bike and check the installed part is tight again.
7. Periodically retighten the nut as part of your regular maintenance going forward. Do not use harsh cleaners or abrasives to clean AS3 Performance parts.

Installation Guidelines – Aluminum Oil Sump Plugs

Below are 7 steps to assist with installation and maximum lifespan of your new AS3 Performance Parts.

1. Prior to commencing work, park the vehicle securely and ensure all parts are fully cooled
2. Remove the OEM sump plug and replace with the AS3 Performance sump plug, check the thread, it should be exactly the same diameter and pitch as the OEM plug, if it is not the same do not install and contact AS3 Performance.
3. When the sump plug is in place check the OEM manufacturers torque guide and reduce values by 30%. Aluminum is a soft material so take extra precautions not to over tighten.
4. AS3 Performance oil sump plugs have pre-drilled holes, you can use these holes to fit locking wire so that the plug does not come loose.
5. Once installation is complete check the plug is tight and give your motorcycle a small test run at very low speed, park and secure the bike and check the part is tight again.
6. Periodically retighten the nut as part of your regular maintenance going forward. Do not use harsh cleaners or abrasives to clean AS3 Performance parts.
7. Follow all environmental laws and regulations to responsibly dispose of used oil and used parts.

Installation Guidelines – Stainless Steel Bolts

Below are 5 steps to assist with installation and maximum lifespan of your new AS3 Performance Parts.

1. Prior to commencing work, park the vehicle securely and ensure all parts are fully cooled
2. Remove the OEM bolt and replace with the AS3 Performance bolt, check the dimensions, it should be exactly the same length, diameter and pitch as the OEM bolt, if it is not the same do not install and contact AS3 Performance.
3. When the bolts are in position tighten to the same torque settings as recommended by the manufacturer for the OEM bolts.
4. Once installation is complete double check the bolts are tight and all moving parts are moving freely as they should. Give your motorcycle a small test run at very low speed, park and secure the bike and check again that the bolts are tight and that all moving parts are moving freely.
5. Periodically retighten the bolts as part of your regular maintenance going forward. Do not use harsh cleaners or abrasives to clean AS3 Performance parts.

Installation Guidelines – Stainless Steel Nuts

Below are 5 steps to assist with installation and maximum lifespan of your new AS3 Performance Parts.

1. Prior to commencing work, park the vehicle securely and ensure all parts are fully cooled
2. Remove the OEM nut and replace with the AS3 Performance nut, check the nut carefully, it should have the same dimensions and same thread pitch as the OEM nut, if it is not the same do not install and contact AS3 Performance.
3. When the nut in position tighten to the same torque settings as recommended by the manufacturer for the OEM nut.
4. Once installation is complete double check the nut is tight and all moving parts are moving freely as they should. Give your motorcycle a small test run at very low speed, park and secure the bike and check again that the nut is tight and that all moving parts are moving freely.
5. Periodically retighten the nut as part of your regular maintenance going forward. Do not use harsh cleaners or abrasives to clean AS3 Performance parts.

**AS3 Performance advise that all products be fitted by a qualified mechanic.**

Read all safety warnings prior to installation. After installation, perform regular maintenance checks to verify parts are still secured at the correct torque setting and functioning correctly.

**AS3 Performance aluminum bolts and nuts are made from 7075T6 aluminum which is 60% lighter than steel.**

Aluminum nuts and bolts can be used for clutch covers, ignition covers, water pump covers, plastics, fairings etc. Do not use aluminum bolts in any stress areas for example: Brake caliper mounts, front or rear axle, engine mounts, foot rests.

**Our parts are designed to replace the OEM parts and it is essential that you check each part before use.**

When fitting bolts you should double check the length, diameter and thread pitch is exactly the same as the OEM bolt you are replacing, if they are not the same do not install and contact AS3 Performance. For bolts check the thread pitch and the dimensions are the same and again if they do not match the OEM nut do not install and contact AS3 Performance.

**All nuts and bolts are matched to specific bike models but it is possible that manufacturers apply may apply changes mid model.**

If you think this is the case with any part you have received, do not install and contact AS3 Performance.

**Always wear proper hand, eye, and respiratory protection when working on a vehicle.**

Warranty & Disclaimer

AS3 Performance aluminum and stainless steel bolts, nuts and accessories are intended for off-road use only. When using our products, you are doing so fully aware that not all of them are legal for road and public highway use (whether in the UK or elsewhere). We make no guarantees or promises regarding the legality of any of our products for road and public highway use and will not be liable to you in the event that you use any of our products on the road or public highway and it transpires such use is unlawful. Our products are designed for racing and should not be used on road-going vehicles.

AS3 Performance parts are not intended to be modified by the end user and are only designed to be used in place of OEM manufacturer parts on the specified vehicle(s). AS3 Performance accepts no responsibility for any damage or loss originating from use, misuse, or failure of the products.

AS3 Performance aluminum and stainless steel bolts, nuts and accessories come with a 1 year warranty which starts from the date of purchase, all warranty claims will require proof of purchase and will need to be returned to us for inspection before we can validate the warranty.

For more information on our warranty and disclaimer please read the AS3 Performance Terms & Conditions