Check for any looseness in front hub / wheel assembly by
grasping the tire firmly at top and bottom first, and then at
front and rear. Try to move the wheel and hub by pushing
inward and pulling outward.
2. If abnormal movement is detected, inspect the hub and
wheel assembly to determine the cause.
3. Remove the front wheels.
4. Grasp the steering tie rod and pull in all directions feeling
for movement in the tie rod end.
5. Repeat inspection for inner tie rod end (on steering post).
6. Replace any worn steering components. Steering should
move freely through entire range of travel without binding
Wheel Alignment
Use the following procedure to check the toe alignment of the
vehicle. The recommended toe alignment is 1/8” to 1/4” (3-
6 mm) toe out.
1. Set the handlebars in a straight-ahead position.
NOTE: The steering arm can be used as an indicator
of whether the handlebars are straight. The arm
should always point straight back from the steering
post.
2. Place the stands in front of the vehicle, perpendicular to the
rear tires.
3. Tie an elastic string around the stands, making sure the
string just touches the side surface of the rear tires on each
of the vehicle and goes around the stands in front of the
vehicle.
4. Measure the distance from the string to the rim at the front
and rear of the front rim. Rear measurement should be
2-3 mm (1/16” - 1/8”) more than the front measurement.
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