FRONT WHEEL AND BRAKE DISC
FRONT WHEEL DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove:
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Removal procedure:
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Clean the outside of the hub.
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Remove the dust cover with a flat-headed
screwdriver.
NOTE:
Place a rag on the outside to avoid damaging the
hub.
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Disassemble the bearing (1) with a normal
puller (2).
FRONT WHEEL INSPECTION
1. Inspect:
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WARNING
Do not attempt to straighten a bent axle.
2. Inspect:
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3. Inspect:
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NOTE:
A well tightened spoke makes a distinct, sharp
noise: a loose spoke makes a dull, muffled noise.
4-3
CHAS
Oil seal
Bearing (1)
Spacer
Front wheel axle
(by rolling it on a flat surface)
Bends
Replace.
Front tire
Wear/damage
Replace.
Refer to "TIRE INSPECTION" in CHAP-
TER 3.
Front wheel
Refer to "WHEEL INSPECTION" in
CHAPTER 3.
Spoke(s)
Bent/Damaged
Replace.
Loose spoke(s)
Tighten.
Turn the wheel and hit the spokes gently
with a screwdriver.