2011 Kawasaki KLX140 Owners Manual - Page 77
2011 Kawasaki KLX140 Manual
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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 75 Rim Runout Set up a dial gauge on the side of the rim and rotate the wheel to measure its axial runout. The difference between the highest and lowest readings is the amount of runout. Set up the dial gauge on the inner circumference of the rim and rotate the wheel to measure its radial runout. The difference between the highest and lowest readings is the amount of runout. A certain amount of rim warpage (runout) can be corrected by recentering the rim, that is, by loosening some spokes and tightening other to change the position of certain portions of the rim. If the rim is badly bent, however, it should be replaced. Rim Runout j • • NOTE żThe welding spot of the rim may show excessive runout. Disregard this when measuring rim runout. A. Rim B. Radial Runout C. Axial Runout Rim Runout Maximum Limit Axial 2.0 mm (0.08 in.) Radial