15. REAR WHEEL/AXLE/SUSPENSION
15-3
Mongoose/KXR 250
REAR WHEEL/AXLE/AXLE
HUB
REMOVAL AND INSPECTION
Place the machine on a level place.
Remove the rear caliper. (Refer to the
“REAR BRAKE CALIPER
REMOVAL” section in chapter 13)
Use the nut wrench to loosen two rear axle
nuts (inner and outer) of the rear axle.
Nut wrench F010
Remove four nuts attaching the rear wheel
hub of the both rear wheels, then remove
the both rear wheels.
Remove the cotter pin and then remove nut.
Remove the rear wheel hub.
Inspect the rear wheel hub.
Cracks/damage → Replace.
Inspect the rear wheel hub splines.
Wear/damage → Replace.
Elevate the rear wheels by placing a
suitable stand under the rear of frame.
Support the machine securely so there is
no danger of it falling over.
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Special
Note that the rear axle nuts are left
threaded.
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Rear Axle Nuts
Wheel Nuts
Cotter Pin
Rea