Cone Bearing Problem / Stiff handling

My handle was very stiff. It feel like an old bike. It lock the handle bar in the middle and manoeuvring at low speed was really a problem, especially in a traffic jam where you will need to zig-zag between cars and other vehicles. No choice but to get the mechanic to help.

To my surprise, he said the cone bearing (bottom portion) was damaged. The solution, change it with a new one.

So, I did. But, my god, it was expensive. Parts complete with installation was at RM150. After replacement, vroommmm....... the GTR is in good shape again.