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13 WHEELS, TIRES
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Strike each spoke briefly using a screwdriver blade.
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The frequency of the sound depends on the spoke length
and spoke diameter.
If you hear different tone frequencies from different spokes
of equal length and diameter, this is an indication of differ-
ent spoke tensions.
You should hear a high note.
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If the spoke tension differs:
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Correct the spoke tension.
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Check the spoke torque.
Guideline
Spoke nipple, front
wheel
Spoke nipple, rear
wheel
M4.5
2 Nm (1.5 lbf ft)
M4.5
3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft)
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