MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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CHECKING THE SHOCK ABSORPTION RUBBERS
IN THE REAR HUB*
The FS models have a damped rear wheel hub. For this purpose,
the engine power is conveyed from the rear sprocket via 6 shock
absorption rubbers (1) to the rear wheel. These 6 absorption rub-
bers wear with increasing operation time, and should be checked
for wear whenever the rear wheel is dismounted.
For this purpose, lie the rear wheel on a work bench with the rear
sprocket upwards, and put the wheel spindle in the hub. Now hold
the rear wheel firmly and try to turn the rear sprocket. The rear
sprocket may not turn more than maximum 5 mm (0,2 in) measured
on the outside. If the play in the chain wheel is larger, all 6 shock
absorption rubbers are to be replaced.
Check the shock absorption rubbers for signs of damage and dirt.
CAUTION: If the shock absorption rubbers are not repla-
ced in good time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear
hub will be damaged. Allways replace all 6 absorption
rubbers, never single rubbers.
CHECKING SPOKE TENSION
The correct spoke tension is very important for the stability of the
wheels and thus for riding safety. A loose spoke causes the wheel
to become unbalanced and before long other spokes will have
come loose. Check spoke tension, especially on a new motorcycle,
at regular intervals. For checking, tap on each spoke with the blade
of a screwdriver (see photo). A clear tone must be the result. Dull
tones are indicators of loose spokes. If necessary, have the spokes
retightened and the wheel centered by a Husaberg dealer.
WARNING: Spokes can tear if you continue to ride with
them loose. This may lead to an unstable handling of
your motorcycle.
Excessively tensioned spokes may rupture due to local
overloading.The spokes must be tensioned to 5 Nm
ENGLISH
1
max. 5 mm
