Honda CX500 1978 Shop Manual page 180

REAR WHEELIBRAKEI
HONDA
FINAL DRIVEISUSPENSION
CXSOO
TROUBLESHOOTING
7
Wobble or Vibration
1.
Distorted rim
2.
Loose wheel bearing
3. Loose or distorted spokes
4. Faulty tire
5.
Loose axle
Soft Suspension
1.
Weak spring
2.
Shock absorbers improperly adjusted
3. Weak rear damper
Hard Suspension
1. Shock absorbers improperly adjusted
Suspension Noise
1.
Shock case binding
2.
Loose fasteners
Poor Brake Performance
1. Improper brake adjustment
2.
Fouled brake linings
3. Worn brake shoes
4.
Worn brake shoe cam contacting faces
5. Worn brake drum
6. lmproper engagement between brake arm
and shaft serrations
Final drive gear noise
1.
Oil level too low
2.
Excessive backlash
3. Drive shaft splines damaged or worn
4. Insufficient lubricant
14-2
Date of Issue: January, 1978
OHONDA MOTOR
CO., LTD.
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