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Finishing work
– Remove the rear of the motorcycle from the lifting gear. (
p. 88)
– Check the chain tension. ( p. 96)
14.5 Checking the rear hub rubber dampers
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The engine power is transmitted from the rear sprocket to the rear wheel via 6 rubber dampers. They eventually wear out during
operation. If the rubber dampers are not changed in time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub will be damaged.
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the rear lifting gear. (
p. 88)
– Remove the rear wheel. ( p. 120)
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Main work
–
Check bearing
1
.
» If the bearing is damaged or worn:
– Change the bearing.
–
Check the rubber dampers
2
of the rear hub for damage and wear.
» If the rubber dampers of the rear hub are damaged or worn:
– Change all rubber dampers in the rear hub.