Buell 2007 FIREBOLT Service Manual page 140

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CHECK FOR
Loose axles.
Excessive side-play or radial (up-and-down)
play in wheel hubs.
Rims and tires out-of-true sideways; should
not be more than 0.080 in. (2.03 mm).
Rims and tires out-of-round or eccentric
with hub; should not be more than 0.090 in.
(2.29 mm).
Irregular or peaked front tire wear.
Correct tire inflation.
Correct tire and wheel balance.
Steering head bearings.
Damper tubes.
Shock absorbers.
Swingarm bearings.
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WARNING
To prevent death or serious injury, use the following
guidelines when installing a new tire or repairing a flat:
1. Always locate and eliminate the cause of the original
tire failure.
2. Do not patch or vulcanize a tire casing. These proce-
dures weaken the casing and increase the risk of a
blowout.
3. The use of tires other than those specified can
adversely affect handling which could result in death
or serious injury.
4. Tires and wheels are critical items. Since the servic-
ing of these components requires special tools and
skills, Buell recommends that you see your dealer
for these services.
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Replace punctured or damaged tires. In some cases,
small punctures in the tread area may be repaired from
within the demounted tire by a Buell dealer. Speed
should NOT exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) for the first 24
hours after repair, and the repaired tire should NEVER be
used over 80 mph (130 km/h). Failure to follow this warn-
ing could result in death or serious injury. (00118a)
Table 2-8. Wheel Service
Tighten front axle. See
Tighten rear axle. See
Replace wheel bearings.
Replace rims. See
Replace rims. See
Replace as described under
TIRES and2.7 CHECKING CAST RIM RUNOUT.
Inflate tires to correct pressure. See
Static balance may be satisfactory if dynamic balancing facilities are not
available. However, dynamic balancing is strongly recommended.
Check for proper torque and replace worn or damaged bearings. See
STEERING HEAD
Check for leaks. See
Check damping action and mounts. See
ADJUSTMENTS.
Check for proper torque and replace worn or damaged bearings.
See 2.19 SWINGARM AND
WARNING
WARNING
REMEDY
2.5 FRONT WHEEL.
2.6 REAR WHEEL.
2.8 TIRES and 2.7 CHECKING CAST RIM
2.8 TIRES and 2.7 CHECKING CAST RIM
2.5 FRONT WHEEL,
1.8 TIRES AND
BEARINGS.
2.16 FRONT FORK.
1.12 SUSPENSION DAMPING
BRACE.
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WARNING
Use only Buell approved tires. See a Buell dealer. Using
non-approved tires can adversely affect stability, which
could result in death or serious injury. (00133a)At regular
intervals of 5000 miles (8000 km) or whenever handling
irregularities are noted, perform the recommended ser-
vice checks.
See Table 2-8. If tires must be replaced, same as original
equipment tires must be used. Other tires may not fit correctly
and may be hazardous to use.
2007 Buell Firebolt: Chassis
RUNOUT.
RUNOUT.
2.6 REAR WHEEL, 2.8
WHEELS.
1.13
WARNING
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