I have a 1947 FL and when the bike is on the lift with the front wheel in the vise, there is a little bit of movement or play at the wheel hub. I noticed it when I was holding onto the handlebars while I was strapping the bike to the lift. I'm guessing there is too much end play in the wheel hub? Has anyone else had this?
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Yes, everyone with a star hub wheel. The end play and roller fit are regular maintenance and wear items to keep up with. If there is a rocking motion it is most likely bearing fit.I'm guessing there is too much end play in the wheel hub? Has anyone else had this?Robbie Knight Amca #2736
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Thank you Rubone for the reply. The motorcycle is a restored bike with only 8 miles on it since the restoration. I'm going to have to take that hub apart and see what loose.Originally posted by Rubone View Post
Yes, everyone with a star hub wheel. The end play and roller fit are regular maintenance and wear items to keep up with. If there is a rocking motion it is most likely bearing fit.
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Is it an OEM or aftermarket hub? Some replacement types are set up wrong when new.Originally posted by projectstarter View Post
Thank you Rubone for the reply. The motorcycle is a restored bike with only 8 miles on it since the restoration. I'm going to have to take that hub apart and see what loose.Robbie Knight Amca #2736
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Restored doesn't always mean that everything on the bike was restored. A lot of times it means that sheetmetal , the motor and transmission have been rebuilt and restored. It's always a good idea to give everything a once over. Even from trusted sellers.
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The wheels have definitely been rebuilt, I think someone overlooked something when the put it back together. I just want to get it right so i can ride it.Originally posted by 41craig View PostRestored doesn't always mean that everything on the bike was restored. A lot of times it means that sheetmetal , the motor and transmission have been rebuilt and restored. It's always a good idea to give everything a once over. Even from trusted sellers.
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