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2007 Buell Lightning: Drive/Transmission 6-55
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NOTE
Never tighten rear axle with swingarm brace removed.
NOTE
If axle was removed for any reason, apply anti-seize to holes
in swingarm and on axle prior to installing.
12. See Figure 6-105. Tighten rear axle (1) to 23-27 ft-lbs
(31.2-36.6 Nm), back off two full turns and then retighten
to 48-52 ft-lbs (65.1-70.5 Nm).
13. Tighten pinch fastener (2) on right side of swingarm to
40-45 ft-lbs (54-61 Nm).
Figure 6-105. Rear Wheel Mounting, Right Side
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1. Axle
2. Pinch bolt fastener
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