Rear Wheel; Removal; Inspection - Suzuki RM85 Owner's Service Manual

REAR WHEEL

REMOVAL

• Place the motorcycle on a block to lift the rear wheel off the
ground.
• Remove the axle nut 1.
• Hold the rear wheel and remove the rear axle shaft.
• Remove the rear wheel.

INSPECTION

AXLE SHAFT
• Support the axle shaft with V-blocks and measure the axle
shaft runout.
 Service Limit: 0.25 mm (0.010 in)
WHEEL RIM
• Measure the wheel rim runout with a dial gauge.
 Service Limit: 2.0 mm (0.08 in) ... axial and radial
WHEEL BEARING
• Turn the inner race by finger and inspect it for smooth move-
ment.
• Inspect the clearance between the outer race and wheel hub.
• Inspect for bearing damage.
WHEEL SPACER
• Inspect the rear wheel collars and the dust seals for wear and
cracks.
• Replace the collars together with the dust seal, if you find
excessive wear on the spacer.
NOTE:
Apply grease on the collars and dust seal before reassembling.
FRONT AND REAR WHEELS 14-5