Wheel Rim Axle Bending - Husqvarna SMR 450-R 2009 Manual De Uso Y Mantenimiento

OVERHAULING THE WHEELS
The tables hereunder show the type of control the rim and
wheel axle are to be submitted to.
Note*: if the rim is badly, it should be repla-
ced.
DEFORMATION RIM
STANDARD
less than 0,5 mm
Side skid (0.02 in)
less than 0,8 mm
Eccentricity (0.03 in)

WHEEL RIM AXLE BENDING

If the bending figure is over the allowable max. limit, straight-
en or replace the axle.
If the wheel axle cannot be straightened within the max. limits
(0,2 mm - 0,008 in.) stated, replace it.
WHEEL SPOKES
Check to make sure that all the nipples are tight; tighten them
MAX. LIMIT
if necessary.
Remember that an insufficient stretch jeopardizes the motorcy-
cle stability.
For an instant check, use a metal point (for instance, a screw-
2 mm
driver) to beat the spokes with. A live sound accounts for an ac-
(0,078 in)
curate tightening, while a dull sound means that a new tight-
ening is necessary.
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