WHEEL RIMS AND SPOKES
Refer to the Safety Precautions on page 55.
1. Inspect the wheel rims (1) and spokes (2)
for damage.
2. Tighten any loose spokes and rim lock (3).
3. Check wheel rim runout. If runout is
noticeable, see your dealer for inspection.
Maintenance of spoke tension and wheel
trueness are critical to safe motorcycle
operation. During the first 150 km (100 miles),
spokes will loosen more rapidly due to initial
seating of parts. Excessively loose spokes may
result in high speed instability and possible loss
of control.
(1)
(1) Wheel rim
(2) Spoke
(2)
(3)
(3) Rim lock
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