2006 Buell Lightning: Chassis 2-9
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Table 2-10. Wheel Service
CHECK FOR REMEDY
Loose axles. Tighten front axle. See 2.5 FRONT WHEEL.
Tighten rear axle. See 2.6 REAR WHEEL.
Excessive side-play or radial (up-and-down)
play in wheel hubs.
Replace wheel bearings.
Rims and tires out-of-true sideways; should
not be more than 0.080 in. (2.03 mm).
Replace rims. See 2.8 TIRES/2.7 CHECKING CAST RIM RUNOUT.
Rims and tires out-of-round or eccentric
with hub; should not be more than 0.090 in.
(2.29 mm).
Replace rims. See 2.8 TIRES/2.7 CHECKING CAST RIM RUNOUT.
Irregular or peaked front tire wear. Replace as described under 2.5 FRONT WHEEL, 2.6 REAR WHEEL, 2.7
CHECKING CAST RIM RUNOUT and 2.8 TIRES.
Correct tire inflation. Inflate tires to correct pressure. See 1.7 TIRES AND WHEELS.
Correct tire and wheel balance. Static balance may be satisfactory if dynamic balancing facilities are not
available. However, dynamic balancing is strongly recommended.
Steering head bearings. Check for proper torque and replace worn or damaged bearings. See 1.12
STEERING HEAD BEARINGS.
Damper tubes. Check for leaks. See 2.16 FRONT FORK.
Shock absorbers. Check damping action and mounts. See 1.11 SUSPENSION DAMPING
ADJUSTMENTS.
Swingarm bearings. Check for proper torque and replace worn or damaged bearings.
See 2.19 SWINGARM AND BRACE.
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