Specifications

Cycle parts

chap. 7

7-26

Release 00 2002-09

Atlantic 500

REFITTING THE FRONT WHEEL

Be careful not to damage the brake lines, disc and

pads when refitting.

Position the wheel between the fork rods.

Insert the wheel pin (1) from the right side of the

vehicle.

Insert the spacer (2) between the hub and the right

fork rod.

Insert the spacer between the hub and the left fork

rod.

Screw in and tighten the wheel pin (1).

NOTE Perform this operation from the right side of

the vehicle also.

Refit the brake caliper (4) by sliding it carefully onto

the brake disc.

Screw in and tighten the two screws (5).

Apply the front brake lever and press on the handle-

bar repeatedly to move the fork downwards.

In this way, the fork rods will settle correctly.

Screw in and tighten the wheel pin clamp screw (1).

Screw in and tighten the screw (3).

After refitting, apply the front brake lever repeat-

edly to ensure that the brake system is working

properly.

Check that the wheel is centered and balanced, see

(WHEELS/TIRES).

CAUTION