3. When the wheel is centered and trued, start at the valve
hole and tighten the rest of the spoke nipples one turn at
a time until they are snug.
4. Seat each spoke head in the hub flange using a flat nose
punch and mallet. Then check wheel trueness again and
tighten the nipples accordingly.
Spokes that are too tight can draw nipples through the rim
or distort hub flanges. Spokes that are too loose can
continue to loosen when put in service. Either condition
can adversely affect stability and handling, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00286a)
5. Verify spokes are tightened to specification listed in
Table 2-15.
6. File or grind off ends of spokes protruding through nipples
to prevent puncturing tube when tire is mounted.
NOTE
After installation of front wheel, visually check the relationship
of the front wheel to the fork fender bosses. The front wheel
should be approximately centered between the bosses.
Figure 2-54.Truing Rim Radially
Table 2-15. Spoke Nipple Torque Specification
MINIMUM TORQUERIM TYPE
55 in-lbs (6.2 Nm)All
2-28 2008 Dyna Service: Chassis
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