WHEEL INSPECTION/
SPOKE INSPECTION AND TIGHTENING
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INSP
ADJ
WHEEL INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
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Wheels
Damage/Deformation ➔ Replace.
NOTE:
Always balance the wheel after the replacement
or reassembly of a tyre or rim.
WARNING
Never try to repair a rim in any way.
Bearing inspection
Check the front and rear wheel bearings periodi-
cally to make sure that they do not have free play
in the hub and that the wheel turns smoothly with-
out sticking. Wheel bearings must always be
checked in accordance with the maintenance
table.
SPOKE INSPECTION AND TIGHTENING
1. Inspect:
•
Spokes (1)
Curvature/Damaged ➔ Replace.
Loose spoke ➔ Tighten.
2. Tighten:
•
Spoke (s)
NOTE:
Tighten the spokes before and after the break-in
period.
Spoke:
3 Nm (0.3 mkg)