Kawasaki WORKHORSE 250 (2003) [173/322] Wheels tires 10 9

WHEELS/TIRES 10-9

Wheels (Rims)

Wheel Removal

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Loosen the wheel nuts [A].

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Support the vehicle on a stand or the jack so that the

wheels are off the ground.

Special Tool - Jack: 57001-1238

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Remove:

Wheel Nuts

Wheel

Wheel Installation

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Check the tire rotation mark [A] on the tire, and install the

wheel accordingly.

NOTE

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The direction of the tire rotation [B] is shown by an arrow

on the tire sidewall.

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Position the wheel so that the air valve [A] is toward the

outside of the vehicle.

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Tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern.

Torque - Wheel Nuts: 34 N·m (3.5 kgf·m, 25 ft·lb)

Wheel (Rim) Inspection

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Examine both sides of the rim for dents [A]. If the rim is

dented, replace it.

If the tire is removed, inspect the air sealing surfaces [A]

of the rim for scratches or nicks. Smooth the sealing sur-

faces with fine emery cloth if necessary.