SAFETY FIRST: Protective gloves and eyewear are recommended at this point.
Inspect the wheels for loose or broken spokes before every ride and check the tightness of the spokes every 300 miles.
Spoke Tightening
Using a spoke wrench, check the tightness of each spoke. When replacing the tire or tube remove the rim strap and inspect each nipple and lubricate them with a penetrating oil to keep them from corroding. Replace the spokes or nipples as needed. A spoke nipple torque wrench (as shown on the right) takes out all of the guesswork about how tight the nipples should be.
Spoke nipple torque wrenches are available from most motorcycle dealerships and parts suppliers and are a worthwhile investment for the racer or serious rider.
Spoke nipple torque: 1.5 N-m or 13 in-lb