Spoke
Flange
Spoke
Nipple
Hub
Flange
Spoke
Flange
Rim
Nipple
1
2
3
4
28
27
9
1
Verify the spoke tension by shaking each spoke with your fingers. Spoke
should not be loose from hub. Look for any play between where the spoke
flanges attach to the hub. Try to turn the nipple using your fingers. You should
not be able to spin any nipple by hand. If one or more spokes is loose, all
spokes must be checked and need to be tightened with a spoke wrench.
2
Start with spoke closest to the
tire valve stem and tighten each
nipple, in sequence, exactly 1/4
to 1/2 turn. A single 1/4 to 1/2
turn may not be enough to bring
the spokes into proper tension.
Continue tightening all spokes, no
more than 1/2 turn, in sequence
until all spokes are tight.
Note:
More than a 1/2 turn each
can cause the wheel to become
distorted and wobbly, thus
permanently damaging the wheel.
Spoke Tension
Chain and Sprocket
Proper chain alignment must be maintained. The wheel must not be skewed. If the chain is noisy or running rough,
check the lubrication, tension and alignment of the sprockets, in that order.
WARNING:
Regularly
check the spoke tension and retighten
the spokes whenever loose. If you
have any doubt, ask an experienced
motorcycle or bicycle mechanic to
inspect your spokes to determine if the
spokes need tightening or adjusting.
WARNING:
To avoid a
pinch or injury, keep fingers away
from moving sprockets and chain.
REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE
