Front axle torque
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cjm67chev
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Front axle torque
I just finished replacing the tires and bearings on my bike. Anyone know what the torque on the front fork pinch bolt is supposed to be?
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Re: Front axle torque
The axle nut is 65 ftlbs., according to the FSM. If that's' what you mean by pinch bolt.
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Re: Front axle torque
Thanks!!!! What would happen if i did 80? I read somewhere it was 80 so i did that today...
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Re: Front axle torque
What I would think of as a pinchbolt is what keeps the RH end of the axle from spinning as you tighten (or loosen) the axle bolt. It's officially called "the axle clamp bolt" & requires only 10 ft# of torque. It is pictured on page 9-4 & in the suspension chapter - page 12-2 of the Svc Manual.
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