Wheel - GAS GAS EC 125 - 2003 Service Manual

WARINING
Improper removal of the spring from the rear shock absorber body
may cause the spring and associated parts to be ejected at high
velocity. Always wear eye and face protection. Removal and installation
of spring should be performed by an person or company.
WHEELS
Tires
- Tire pressure affects traction, handling, and tire life.
- Adjust the tire pressure to suit track conditions and rider preference,
but do not stray too far from the recommended pressure.
NOTE
Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold before
you ride.
Track condition
- When the track is wet, muddy, sandy or slippery, reduce the tire
pressure.
- When the track is pebbly or hard, increase the tire pressure.
Spokes and Rim
The spokes on both wheels must all be tightened securely and evenly
and not be allowed to loosen. Unevenly tightened or loose spokes
will cause the rim to warp, hasten nipple and overall spoke fatigue,
and may result in spoke breakage.
Tire bead lock (clamp)
There is a lock (clamp) on the front and rear wheels. The bead lock
(clamp) prevents the tire and tube from slipping on the rim and
damaging the valve stem. Valve stem damage may cause the tube
to leak, necessitating tube replacement. In order that the tire and
tube remain fixed in position on the rim, inspect the bead lock (clamp)
before riding and tighten it if necessary. Tighten the valve stem nut
finger tight only.
The weld joint area of the rim may show excessive runout.
Disregard this when measuring runout.
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EC 2003 - -
(A). Llave tensador radios
(A). Spoke Wrench.
NOTE