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12.5Checking the rear hub rubber dampers x
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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.
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Remove the rear wheel. x ( p. 113)
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– Check the rubber dampers 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.
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– Lay the rear wheel on a workbench with the rear sprocket facing upwards and insert the
wheel spindle in the hub.
– To check the play , hold the rear wheel tight and try to rotate the rear sprocket.
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Measure the play on the outside of the rear sprocket.
Play in rubber dampers, rear wheel ≤ 5 mm (≤ 0.2 in)
» If clearance larger than the specified value:
– Change all rubber dampers in the rear hub.
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Install the rear wheel. x ( p. 115)