Wheels
Refer to Safety Precautions on page 25.
Keeping the wheels true (round) and maintaining
correct spoke tension is critical to safe
motorcycle operation. During the first few rides,
spokes will loosen more rapidly due to the initial
seating of the parts. Excessively loose spokes
may result in instability at high speeds and the
possible loss of control. It’s also important that
the rim locks are secure to prevent tyre slippage.
It is not necessary to remove the wheels to
perform the recommended service in the
Maintenance Schedule (page 27).
However, information for wheel removal is
provided for emergency situations.
Wheel Rims & Spokes
(1) wheel rim (3) rim lock
(2) spoke
1. Inspect the wheel rims (1) and spokes (2) for
damage.
2. Tighten, any loose spokes and rim locks (3) to
the specified torque:
Spokes
:
(front) 3.68 N·m (0.4 kgf·m, 2.7 lbf·ft)
(rear) 3.7 N·m (0.4 kgf·m, 2.7 lbf·ft)
Rim Locks : 12 N·m (1.2 kgf·m, 9 lbf·ft)
3. Check wheel rim runout. If runout is
noticeable, see the Honda Shop Manual for
inspection instructions.
Axles & Wheel Bearings
See the Honda Shop Manual for inspection
information:
1. Check the axle shaft for runout.
2. Check the condition of the wheel bearings.
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