PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2-21
♦ Move the rear suspension up and down several times and inspect for smooth movement.
• Inspect for damage and oil leaks.
♦ Inspect the bolts and nuts fortightness.
* Inspect that the rear suspension has play or binds by moving the swingarm up and down, and right and left.
♦ Inspect front and rear tire pressure.
Tire pressure (coId):
70-110 kPa (0.7- 1.1 kgf/cm2,10-16 psi)
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* Inspect the wheel and tires for damage. r,-"\ \ \
♦ Inspect the wheel bearings for rattles,.Replace the bearings if
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* Inspect the spokes forjensipń-by grasping the spoke nipples. Retighten the spoke nipples with a spoke nipple wrench so as all spokes have same tension.
CAUTION
Improperly tightening of the spoke nipples can damage the wheel.
Tighten the spoke nipples less than 1/2 turn at a time. Inspect the spoke tension and then retighten the spoke nipple.