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2.4
GENERAL
Good handling and maximum tire mileage are directly related
to the care of wheels and tires. Regularly inspect wheels and
tires for damage and wear. If handling problems occur, see
1.24 TROUBLESHOOTING
or
Table 2-3.
See
1.8 TIRES AND WHEELS
for tire pressures. Keep tires
inflated to the recommended air pressure. Always balance
the wheel after replacing a tire.
1
1
WARNING
1
WARNING
Do not inflate any tire beyond its maximum inflation
pressure as specified on tire sidewall. Overinflation may
cause tire to suddenly deflate which could result in death
or serious injury.
TROUBLESHOOTING
See
Figure 2-3.
Check tire inflation pressure at least once
each week. At the same time, inspect tire tread for punctures,
cuts, breaks and other damage. Repeat the inspection before
long trips.
Figure 2-3. Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
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Table 2-3. Wheel Service
CHECK FOR
REMEDY
Loose axle nuts.
Tighten front axle nut (metric) with LOCTITE THREADLOCKER 243 (blue)
to 48-53 ft-lbs (65-72 Nm). Tighten rear axle nut (metric) to 66-73 ft-lbs (90-
99 Nm).
Excessive side-play or radial (up-and-down)
play in wheel hubs.
Replace wheel hub bearings.
Alignment of rear wheel in frame or with
front wheel.
Check
1.10 DRIVE BELT DEFLECTION
or repair swingarm as described
under
2.19 SWINGARM
.
Rims and tires out-of-true sideways; should
not be more than 0.080 in. (2.03 mm).
Replace rims. See
2.8 TIRES
.
Rims and tires out-of-round or eccentric
with hub; should not be more than 0.090 in.
(2.29 mm).
Replace rims. See
2.7 CHECKING CAST RIM RUNOUT
.
Irregular or peaked front tire wear.
Replace as described under
2.5 FRONT WHEEL
,
2.6 REAR WHEEL
and
2.8 TIRES
.
Correct tire inflation.
Inflate tires to correct pressure. See
1.8 TIRES AND WHEELS
.
Correct tire and wheel balance.
Static balance may be satisfactory if dynamic balancing facilities are not
available. However, dynamic balancing is strongly recommended.
Steering head bearings.
Correct adjustment and replace pitted or worn bearings. See
1.16 STEER-
ING HEAD BEARINGS
.
Damper tubes.
Check for leaks. See
2.16 FRONT FORK
.
Shock absorbers.
Check damping action and mounts. See
1.14 SUSPENSION DAMPING
ADJUSTMENTS
.
Swingarm bearings.
Check for looseness. See
2.19 SWINGARM
.
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