In the parts manual it shows the friction washer going on first. That doesn't make sense for one side of the washer being against the painted surface of the triple tree. I think it would work better between the two smooth surfaces of items 38 & 40. Can some members take a look at their bikes and see where the washer is located on their bikes. On my bike before I took it apart it was located between items 38 & 40 and I'm pretty sure that is the way it came from the factory.
Thanks
Mike
