Rear wheel alignment help. Please.

Last post 11-03-2009 8:37 PM by tundra556. 6 replies.

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11-03-2009 5:59 PM

tundra556
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Rear wheel alignment help. Please.

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I have searched and read every rear wheel alignment thread I could find. Tried everything I have found. I have the 240 swingarm I believe is a BMS. 18x8.5 rounded lip with a metz 240. Going from swingarm pivot to axle I can't get it even on both sides. Fairly close. If I get it even then the tire is into the swinger on the right side. I have tried everything I have read here to get to to track straight. I checked my axel with a straight edge and its straight. Anyone have any other ideas? Im on a damn smart phone so that doesnt help out my searching much either.

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11-03-2009 6:06 PM In reply to

baclay9
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Re: Rear wheel alignment help. Please.

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Try measuring from the back of your swingarm to the back of the axle blocks. Works like a charm for me.

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11-03-2009 6:56 PM In reply to

tundra556
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Baclay. same thing. If i measure that way tire is into the right side of the swingarm

11-03-2009 7:20 PM In reply to

Pep
Joined on 12-17-2006
Martinsville IN USA
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Where did you get the swingarm? Is it new, did it come with the bike, ebay, swapmeet? Are you sure you've reassembled the rear wheel assembly correctly?
If you;d like to call me I'll help you walk through it. I sent you mey cell # via PM.

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11-03-2009 7:32 PM In reply to

tundra556
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I bought it from darkstar. As nice as his stuff is I dont think it is the swing arm. I used the manual to make sure it was right.The best I can get is 1/16" diff.

11-03-2009 8:31 PM In reply to

Pep
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Great talking to you. If the swingarm came from Darkstar it's fine.He has nothing but quality stuff. I believe from our conversation you're on the right track. You can use those tips I gave you create some addtional clearance in the fender area and center the wheel. Post some pics when it's all done.

Duke

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11-03-2009 8:37 PM In reply to

tundra556
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Thanks for the help and tips Duke.Im ready to take it for a spin. Since Im nice and sick I better wait till the sun is out and a lil warmer.

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