Honda CBR650RA Shop Manual page 388

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REAR WHEEL/SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION
REAR WHEEL/SUSPENSION
GENERAL
• A hoist or equivalent is required to support the motorcycle when servicing the rear wheel and suspension.
• A contaminated brake disc or pad reduces stopping power. Discard contaminated pads and clean a contaminated disc with a
high quality brake degreasing agent.
• Do not operate the brake pedal after removing the rear wheel.
• After the rear wheel installation, check the brake operation by applying the brake pedal.
• Use only genuine Honda replacement bolts and nuts for all suspension pivots and mounting points.
• For brake system service (page 18-2).
TROUBLESHOOTING
Steers to one side or does not track straight
• Drive chain adjusters not adjusted equally
• Bent axle
• Damaged frame
• Worn swingarm pivot components
Rear wheel wobbles
• Bent rim
• Faulty tire
• Worn or damaged wheel bearings
• Worn or damaged driven flange bearing
• Axle not tightened properly
• Faulty swingarm pivot bearings
• Suspension fasteners not tightened properly
• Unbalanced tire and wheel
Wheel hard to turn
• Faulty wheel bearings
• Bent axle
• Faulty driven flange bearing
• Drive chain too tight (page 3-15)
• Brake drag (page 18-2)
Soft suspension
• Low tire pressure
• Incorrect suspension adjustment
• Weak shock absorber spring
• Oil leakage from damper unit
Stiff suspension
• High tire pressure
• Incorrect suspension adjustment
• Bent shock absorber damper rod
• Damaged suspension or swingarm pivot bearings
• Improperly tightened swingarm pivot
Rear suspension noise
• Loose suspension fasteners
• Worn or damaged suspension pivot bearings
• Faulty shock absorber
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