14
WHEELS, TIRES
14.5
Checking the rear hub rubber dampers
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The engine power is transmitted from the rear sprocket to the rear wheel via 6 rubber dampers. They eventually wear out during
operation. If the rubber dampers are not changed in time, the rear sprocket carrier and the rear hub will be damaged.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the rear wheel stand. (
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Remove the rear wheel.
Main work
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Check bearing
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If the bearing is damaged or worn:
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Change the rear wheel bearing.
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Check the rubber dampers
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If the rubber dampers of the rear hub are damaged or worn:
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Change all rubber dampers in the rear hub.
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Lay the read wheel on a workbench with the rear sprocket facing upwards and insert the
wheel spindle in the hub.
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To check the play
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Measure the play on the outside of the rear sprocket.
Play in rubber dampers, rear wheel
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If play
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p. 119)
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of the rear hub for damage and wear.
, hold the rear wheel tight and try to rotate the rear sprocket.
is larger than the specified value:
p. 78)
≤ 5 mm (≤ 0.2 in)
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