Topic: FYI spokes

[Don R]

 I noticed Genuine spokes for the A bikes include the spoke, nipple and a small washer. I assume the washer protects the aluminum rim from the spoke nipple. Standard spokes are said to fit, something to watch for.
 CB750 lists the kit reasonably priced with the washers.

[seanbarney41]

yes sir, my gl1000 aluminum rims had/have washers on the nipples...just a dab of anti-sieze on both sides of the washer and they true up easy

[754]

This should Go in the other section.
 On Buchanan's stainless sets, the fat ones, bigger diameter nipples I think. I dont think anyone used washer onnthem ? Or ?
 Lacing tip  we are doing a wide akront with stainless spokes and big nipples, and it required re angling on 3 rows of lholes.
 So I think the nipples are seating more on one side on some. I think it's ok but may bed in.
 So I used this trick..
 With spokes fairly snug, I took an aluminum drift, and having a helper  hold rim, gave every nipple a good hard rap. And they loosened a bit. I think I will do it one more time, less chance of them bedding in and losing tension.
 So remember,  a good rap to seat the nipples never hurts..

[Don R]

Thanks Frank. I'll add that to my rim lacing routine. I'm maybe going to move the A rim to an F disc brake hub.

[Don R]

   I'll need to check spoke length, I noticed on cb750.com the F0 rear hub uses a different spoke kit than K or obviously A bikes.  I believe A spokes will be the right length and include the washer, if not I'll order F spokes and re-use the washers on it now.