LLonearth Posted September 30, 2008 #1 Posted September 30, 2008 I just had my tires replaced by the local Yamaha shop (by a tech service guy who wasn't born when my 1987 Venture Royale was made). After riding it home, I put it on the center stand to work on cleaning the wheels and noticed that even when in neutral the rear wheel does not spin easily. Is this abnormal? I had noticed when trying to back the bike into the carport it seemed very difficult. How easily should the rear wheel turn? Is it possible the tech overtightened something? Thanks for any info on this as I have only had this bike less than two weeks. Larry
GeorgeS Posted September 30, 2008 #2 Posted September 30, 2008 Check the position of the "Thick " washer. On right side of axel. It should be positioned between the Swing Arm, and the bar that goes from the axel to the Brake caliper assembly. It is possible to put the washer between the Wheel itself, and the bar. If so, this will put a twist or torque on the Brake caliper, and the Brakes will be dragging. Check this, before ripping ant tearing anything else.
LLonearth Posted September 30, 2008 Author #3 Posted September 30, 2008 George: In looking at it, I think you may have diagnosed it! The angle to the brake caliper just doesn't look right. I'll know more in a couple hours when the tech makes a house call! How is that for customer service? I talked to him on the phone and told him your opinion and he said that he did have to refer to the manual to see how to put it back together and it was not clear to him. He is making a trip to me at their expense. Here in Iowa, many businesses still pride themselves in customer service but I am pleased they didn't request me to find a way to bring the bike in to the shop (20 miles). I guess the brakes had been dragging on the way home so they might need replacing. Anything else that could have been damaged in the 20 mile ride? Thanks for your help. Larry
Squeeze Posted September 30, 2008 #4 Posted September 30, 2008 That's hard to tell. The Rotor could be toast because of the dragging Brake.
Eck Posted September 30, 2008 #5 Posted September 30, 2008 The Rotor could be toast because of the dragging Brake. Possible, but I bet with the service his dealer is giving him that he could most likely get new rear brake pads and a new rotor for free... IF the tech agrees he did install the washer backwards... and if the rotor rubs after he puts it all back together and test drives it. After the service tech corrects the washer issue, not only would I spin the tire to see if it spins freely, but make darn sure to apply the rear brake several times to ensure the rear pads are set and then check for rotor warpage...
LLonearth Posted September 30, 2008 Author #6 Posted September 30, 2008 Well, the washer was installed next to the wheel and the dragging disappeared after assembling properly. The tech apologized repeatedly and said to ride it for a while and come by the shop so he could look at the pads and rotor again. The wheel spins easily and rotor "appears" true. I will ride over to the shop tomorrow or Thursday but all seems ok today. Thanks for the input. By the way, the Yamaha Dealer is Southard Implement in Grinnell, Iowa. They are a big John Deere shop with a Yamaha cycle and ATV sideline. They should be congratulated for their response so far and I will post again if there are any other developments.
CrazyHorse Posted September 30, 2008 #7 Posted September 30, 2008 Check the position of the "Thick " washer. On right side of axel. It should be positioned between the Swing Arm, and the bar that goes from the axel to the Brake caliper assembly. It is possible to put the washer between the Wheel itself, and the bar. If so, this will put a twist or torque on the Brake caliper, and the Brakes will be dragging. Check this, before ripping ant tearing anything else. Yes I second this dont ask how I know.
IH Truck Guy Posted October 1, 2008 #8 Posted October 1, 2008 Well, the washer was installed next to the wheel and the dragging disappeared after assembling properly. The tech apologized repeatedly and said to ride it for a while and come by the shop so he could look at the pads and rotor again. The wheel spins easily and rotor "appears" true. I will ride over to the shop tomorrow or Thursday but all seems ok today. Thanks for the input. By the way, the Yamaha Dealer is Southard Implement in Grinnell, Iowa. They are a big John Deere shop with a Yamaha cycle and ATV sideline. They should be congratulated for their response so far and I will post again if there are any other developments. Now that is what I call great customer service..WOW.:thumbsup2:
Ozark Posted October 1, 2008 #9 Posted October 1, 2008 You have a right to brag on the dealer. There aren't nearly enough like them still around. Glad it all worked out okay.
GeorgeS Posted October 1, 2008 #10 Posted October 1, 2008 You know, I remember looking at the service manual, to check that, and it is not clear how to install it. However, when ever re - intalling a rear wheel, giveing it a spin by hand should immediatly show if there is a drag problem. This item has shown up on this web site more then once before. Anyway, glad U got it fixed.
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