2009 — Procedure

HOME sm06135 sm06137 Figure 2-65. Completed Spokes: Bottom Flange Inner 16. See Figure 2-67 . Point all the top flange inner spokes (long head) clockwise one at a time leaving the outer spokes (short head) resting on the rim. Figure 2-68. Beginning Spoke:Top Flange Inner NOTE Do not knock outer spokes (short head) under inner spokes (long head) or they will be trapped underneath the inner row of spokes. 17. Using the spoke alignment method discussed previously, choose a beginning spoke closest to the valve stem hole. Start with top flange outer spokes (short head) first. a. See Figure 2-68 . Verify spoke reaches spoke nipple and secure spoke by hand.

Follow pattern to complete top flange outer spokes (short head). b. See Figure 2-69 . Once you have completed the top flange of outer spokes (short head) double check for one empty hole after every third spoke. 2-60 2009 VRSC Service: Chassis xx00000 Figure 2-66. Fanning Top Flange Spokes Figure 2-67. Setting Top Flange Inner Spokes sm06138