Suspension; Wheels/Spokes - Honda CM 185T 1981 Manual

INSPECTION/ADJUSTMENT

SUSPENSION

• FRONT
Check the action of the front forks by com-
pressing them several times.
Check the entire fork assembly for signs of
leaks, or damage. Replace any components
which are unrepairable.
Torque all bolts.
Check the f r o n t wheel for trueness.
• REAR
Place the motorcycle on a support to raise
the rear wheel.
Move the rear wheel sideways w i t h force to
see if the swingarm bushings are worn. Replace
excessively worn.
Check the entire suspension assembly to see
if it is securely mounted, damaged or distorted.
Check the rear wheel for trueness.
WHEELS /SPOKES
• TIRE PRESSURE
NOTE
Tire pressure should be checked when
the tires are COLD.
Check the tires for cuts, imbedded nails, or
other sharp objects.
Recommended tire pressure and tire size:
L O A D
Front:
Up to 90 kg
1.75 (25)
(200 lbs.)
Rear:
load
Cold tire Cold tire
2.0 (28)
pressures pressures
Up to F r o n t
k g / c m k g / c m 2 2 (psi) (psi)
vehicle 1.75 (25)
capacity
Rear:
load
2.25 (32)
Vehicle
capacity load 135 kg (300 lbs.)
limit
F r o n t 3.00-17-4PR
Tire size
Rear: 3.50-16-4PR
Date of Issue: December, 1977
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