GENERAL INFORMATION
2.29
Check for Loose Wheel or Hub
S If abnormal movement is detected,
inspect the hub and wheel assembly
to determine the cause (loose wheel
nuts or loose front hub nut).
S Refer to the Body/Steering or Final
Drive chapter for more information.
CAMBER AND CASTER
The camber and caster are non-adjustable.
TOE ALIGNMENT
ADJUSTMENT
If toe alignment is incorrect, measure the distance
between vehicle center and each wheel. This will tell
you which tie rod needs adjusting. NOTE: Be sure
handlebars are straight ahead before determining
which tie rod(s) need adjustment.
CAUTION: During tie rod adjustment, it is very
important that the following precautions be taken
when tightening tie rod end jam nuts. If the rod end
is positioned incorrectly it will not pivot, and may
break.
Incorrectly
T ightened
Jam Nut
Correctly
T ightened
Jam Nut
Hold
Rod End
Ill.2
Ill.2
To adjust toe alignment:
S Hold tie rod end to keep it from rotating.
S Loosen jam nuts at both end of the tie rod.
S Shorten or lengthen the tie rod until
alignment is as requir ed to ac hieve t he
proper toe sett ing as specif ied in
Met hod 1 or Met hod 2.
S IMPORTANT: When tightening the tie
rod end jam nuts, the rod ends must be
held parallel to prevent rod end damage
and premature wear. Damage may not
be immediately apparent if done
incorrectly. See illustration 2.
S After alignment is complete, torque jam
nuts to 12-14 ft. lbs. (16-19 Nm).
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