1998-2004 Honda Foreman 450 factory service manual, Page 255Get this manual
FRONT WHEELSUSPENSION STEERING INSPECTION Remove the steering shaft bushingCheck the steering shaft bushing for wear or damageBUSHING '"
Check the steering shaft distortion or damage
Turn the inner,race of steering shaft bearing with your fingerThe bearing should turn smoothly and quietlyAlso check that the bearing outer race fits tightly in the frameRemove and discard the bearing if the race does not turn smoothly, quietly or if it fits loosely in the frame