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Pack the drive shaft and wheel hub/final drive full of moly grease.
Put everything back together, and noticed that the rear brake caliper is grinding on the rotor.
Wondering whether I'm missing a spacer? The previous wheel was 17", and this one is 16", but I don't think that would cause the problem. The manual stated to take particular care about this washer (below), and I made sure I didn't lose it, but maybe I have it in the wrong place?
Brake wasn't grinding before, unsure why it would now. Thoughts?
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I would add that I don't believe it's the brake calipers malfunctioning. I looked at several threads pertaining to the calipers, "spooge hole," and I do not think that is the problem.
I think the problem is how I reassembled it, or perhaps a missing spacer/washer.79 SFComment
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You're missing the spacer.....Last edited by James England; 07-29-2014, 07:08 PM.XS1100F 1980 European model. Standard. Dyna coils. Iridium plugs. XS750 final drive (sometimes). Micron fork brace. Progressive front springs. Geezer regulator/rectifier. Stainless 4 into 2 exhaust. Auto CCT (Venturer 1300) SOLD. New project now on the go. 1980 European model.Comment
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The 17" wheel for the standard and the 16" wheel for the Special take different spacers on the axle.Greg
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So I need to buy a spacer for this 16" wheel to fit, then?
Okay. I thought it was the other way around. Thanks.79 SFComment
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As cajun31 suggested, your gonna end up with matching wheel hubs unless corrected.
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Hey Mes,
Why are you putting the 16" wheel on, you have a standard, and you'll end up with running a bit higher revs for the same highway speed if you use the 16" wheel. As I stated, you just need to UNBOLT the hub assembly from both wheels, and put the good hub onto the 17" wheel, and then you'll have the correct spacers and caliper bracket so things will fit right and won't rub!
That being said, the 16" gives you a few more choices for tires, and widths, and will also make getting "Off the line" a little easier, and will let the bike sit a little lower if you have a short inseam!
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True TC but the rear tire choices are VASTLY greater with the 16". To make the gear ratio the same the 750/850 FD swap will take care of that.Greg
Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.”
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80 SG Ol' Okie;79 engine & carbs w/pods, 45 pilots, 140 mains, Custom Mac 4 into 2 exhaust, ACCT,XS850 final drive,110/90/19 front tire,TKat fork brace, XS750 140 MPH speedometer, Vetter IV fairing, aftermarket hard bags and trunk, LG high back seat, XJ rear shocks.
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Hey Mes,
Why are you putting the 16" wheel on, you have a standard, and you'll end up with running a bit higher revs for the same highway speed if you use the 16" wheel. As I stated, you just need to UNBOLT the hub assembly from both wheels, and put the good hub onto the 17" wheel, and then you'll have the correct spacers and caliper bracket so things will fit right and won't rub!
That being said, the 16" gives you a few more choices for tires, and widths, and will also make getting "Off the line" a little easier, and will let the bike sit a little lower if you have a short inseam!
T.C.
I actually wanted to keep the 17" wheel, honestly, but the tire is shot. I figured I'd rather get it riding and use the good tire which came on the 16" wheel than let it go to waste. I'll get a 17" tire and switch the hub out this winter.
I'm about 6'5" so I do prefer the 17" as far as comfort and aesthetics go.
I'll have to find a spacer for it before I ride, I guess.79 SFComment
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Hey Mes,
Why are you putting the 16" wheel on, you have a standard, and you'll end up with running a bit higher revs for the same highway speed if you use the 16" wheel. As I stated, you just need to UNBOLT the hub assembly from both wheels, and put the good hub onto the 17" wheel, and then you'll have the correct spacers and caliper bracket so things will fit right and won't rub!
That being said, the 16" gives you a few more choices for tires, and widths, and will also make getting "Off the line" a little easier, and will let the bike sit a little lower if you have a short inseam!
T.C.79 SFComment
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As you have
guessed, the wheel assy configuration is different from 16-17 inch. So what are you actually looking to do here. I'm confused a bit but can give you videos on either or. Tell me what you need?mack
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It's a Special. The wheel the original owner had on it was a 17", but he also gave me a 16". I put the 16" on seeing as it has a fresh tire on it, and a working wheel hub (splines are good). I thought I was missing a spacer, since the 17" and 16" have different parts, but I'm unsure. Most of what I've read said that the 16" wheel on a Special should not need an extra spacer. I currently have (as seen in the pictures) the dust hub/spacer thing, the brake bracket, and the other bracket attached to the brake. Stumped. Wondering whether the owner modified the rear wheel setup or whether perhaps his running the 17" without that spacer is what caused the final drive/wheel hub issue in the first place. Regardless, I need to fix this 16" wheel to the bike.79 SFComment
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That is what my setup looks like. The dust hub/spacer, the and the two brake brackets.79 SFComment
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http://www.boats.net/parts/search/Ya...EEL/parts.html
I believe that I am missing part number 23 in the diagram. That's my best guess.79 SFComment
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