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Rear Wheel
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Plain explanation
The rear wheel drives the motorcycle forward via the chain and carries the rear tyre.
Technical
Hub mounted to swingarm on axle with cush drive (if equipped), rear sprocket, and brake drum or disc depending on specification.
Function & location
Transmit drive torque to the road surface via the rear tyre.
At the end of the swingarm, driven by the chain.
Connections
- Swingarm
- Rear sprocket
- Chain
- Rear brake
- Rear shock linkage
Subcomponents
Rear rim
Rear wheel structure.
Rear hub
Contains bearings and sprocket mount.
Rear axle
Secures wheel to swingarm.
Rear tyre
Drive and load tyre.
Rear sprocket carrier
Mounting for driven sprocket.
Common wear & symptoms
- Rear tyre squared-off profile
- Sprocket tooth wear
- Bearing play
- Chain adjuster thread wear
- Rear wobble
- Chain alignment issues
- Grinding from bearings
- Punctures and slow leaks
Maintenance notes
- Align wheel when adjusting chain
- Monitor rear tyre wear pattern
- Check axle nut security
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