Honda 1999 Shadow Aero VT1100C3 Owner's Manual page 166

If You Have a Flat Tire
2. Align the index line (
I)of
the axle
shaft with the recessed surface (2) of
the fork leg.
LEFT FRONT
(1) index line
(2) recessed surface
3. Tighten the axle pinch bolts on the left
fork leg to the specified torque:
15Ibf·ft(21 N·m,2.1 kqfrn)
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
4. Tighten the axle bolt to the specified
torque:
43 lbf-ft (59 N·m , 6.0 kqf-rn)
5. Operate the front brake and pump the
fork several times. Check for free
wheel rotation after the brake is
released. Recheck the wheel if the brake
drags or the wheel does not rotate freely.
6. Tighten the axle pinch bolts on the right
fork leg to the specified torque:
15 lbf-ft (21 Nrn , 2.1 kqf-rn)
If a torque wrench was not used for
installation, see your Honda dealer as soon
as possible to verify proper assembly.
Improper assembly may lead to loss of
braking capability.