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Offline neudl

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Won't shift after changing rear wheel
« on: June 20, 2023, 01:59:21 PM »
1977 CB550K - bit of an odd issue. I replaced the rear wheel. Didn't have any issues, or so I thought, but now my bike is not shifting between gears and I can't get the tire to spin freely. Thoughts?
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Offline Don R

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Re: Won't shift after changing rear wheel
« Reply #1 on: June 20, 2023, 02:20:47 PM »
 Is the chain tension correct?
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Offline denward17

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Re: Won't shift after changing rear wheel
« Reply #2 on: June 20, 2023, 02:28:28 PM »
Did the wheel spin before the chain was installed?

Sounds like something is binding the wheel, check axle/spacers for correct placement and brake.
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