Honda CX500 1978 Shop Manual page 166

HONDA
FRONT WHEELISUSPENSION
CX500
FRONT WHEEL INSTALLATION
Insert the axle through the wheel hub from the
right side.
Torque the axle nut, noting the installation
direction of the speedometer gearbox.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION:
5.5-6.5 kg-m (40-47 ft-lbs)
zontally, being careful not to bend the
speedometer cable.
Position the axle holder on the fork end with
the arrow mark facing the front.
Tighten the forward nut to the specified torque
first, then tighten the rear bolt to the same
torque.
TORQUE SPECIFICATION:
1.8-2.5 kg-rn (13-18
ft-lbs)
NOTE
Place a stand under the engine t o remove
load from the front fork. Keep the front
wheel forward.
Align the end of axle with the outside
face of fork.
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Connect the speedometer cable to the speedo-
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meter gearbox while rotating the wheel by
hand.
With the front brake applied, pump the front
fork up and down several times to check for
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proper operation.
Recheck the installation of the axle holder and
adjust, if necessary.
Date of Issue: January,
1978
OHONDA MOTOR CO.. LTD.