Suzuki GS500E (1989-1997) [195/221] Brakes wheels and tyres

Suzuki GS500E (1989-1997) [195/221] Brakes wheels and tyres
Checking for rear suspension linkage play
tI Visually inspect the shock absorber(s) and
check that there is no sign of oil leakage from
its damper. This is somewhat restricted on
certain single shock models due to the
location of the shock absorber.
tI With the rear wheel raised off the
ground, grasp the wheel at the highest point
Brakes, Wheels and Tyres
tI' On disc brakes, examine the flexible systems are properly maintained. For
Brakes hoses from top to bottom. Have an assistant hydraulic disc brakes, check the fluid level,
hold the brake on so that the fluid in the hose lever/pedal feel (bleed of air if its spongy) and
is under pressure, and check that there is no pad material. For drum brakes, check
. . sign of fluid leakage, bulges or cracking. If adjustment, cable or rod operation and shoe
tI' With the wheel rals~ off the ground, there are any metal brake pipes or unions, lining thickness.
apply the brake then free it off, and check that check that these are free from corrosion and
the wheel is about to revolve freely without damage. Where a brake-linked anti-dive
brake drag. system is fitted, check the hoses to the anti- "
tI' On disc brakes, examine the disc itself. dive in a similar manner. Wheels and tyres
Check that it is securely mounted and not tI' Check that the rear brake torque arm is
cracked. secure and that its fasteners are secured by
tI' On disc brakes, view the pad material self-locking nuts or castellated nuts with split-
through the caliper mouth and check that the pins or A-pins (see illustration 13). tI' Check the wheel condition. Cast wheels
pads are not wom down beyond the limit (see tI' On models with ABS, check that the self- should be free from cracks and if of the bullt-
IHustI'ation 11). check warning light in the instrument panel up design, all fasteners should be secure.
tI' On drum brakes, check that when the wOf1<s. Spoked wheels should be checked for
brake is applied the angle between the tI' The MOT tester will perform a test of the broken, corroded, loose or bent spokes.
operating lever and cable or rod is not too motorcycle's braking efficiency based on a tI' With the wheel raised off the ground, spin
great (see illustration 12). Check also that calculation of rider and motorcycle weight. the wheel and visually check that the tyr8 end
the operating lever doesn't foul any other Although this cannot be carried out at home, wheel run true. Check that the tyre does not
components. you can at least ensure that the braking foul the suspension or mudguards.
Brake pad wear can usually be viewed
without removing the caliper. Most pads
have wear indicator grooves (1) and some
also have indicator tangs (2)
Worn suspension linkage pivots (arrows)
are usually the cause of play in the rear
suspension
and attempt to pull it up (see Illustration 8).
Any play in the swingarm pivot or suspension
linkage bearings will be felt as movement.
Note: Do not confuse play with actual
suspension movement. Failure to lubricate
suspension linkage bearings can lead to
bearing failure (see illustration 9).
Grasp the swingarm at the ends to check
for play in its pivot bearings
With the rear wheel raised off the ground,
grasp the swing arm ends and attempt to
move the swingarm from side to side and
forwards and backwards - any play indicates
wear of the swingarm pivot bearings (see
illustration 10).
On drum brakes, check the angle of the
operating lever with the brake fully applied.
Most drum brakes have a wear indicator
pointer and scale.
Brake torque am1 must be properly
secured at both ends

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