losing a rear wheel

[Mykneesbehurtin]

In northern Ohio on this past Saturday a 2012 trike lost a rear wheel causing it to turn and ride into the concrete barrier turning over and killing the rider. Now i heard someone on here that lost a rear wheel awhile back,is this something that happens from time to time on a Tri Glide.Of course there is no way to know if he or someone else had taken the wheels off recently for service work so there are questions that remain.But it made me go out and check the torque on my wheels,and all was good.On aluminum car wheels it says to retorque after a 100 miles so i am assuming its the same on Tri Glide wheels.At least that is the procedure that i have always followed,I didnt know the gentleman but i hate to hear that.

 

[ol' school]

Yes Steve, sad story for sure. Thanks for sharing so we all are aware!

 

[DK Custom Products]

Sad, and so unnecessary.

Yes, it is in the HD Trike manuals to re-torque the lug nuts after 100 miles. I do mine after 50, and then again after another 50. I have NO desire to have a wheel let loose.

There is a member on this forum, keystone, that lost a rear tire. If I recall correctly, it was after the dealership had worked on it. He was ok, but much damage to the Tri Glide.

Kevin

 

[rhino 2]

In northern Ohio on this past Saturday a 2012 trike lost a rear wheel causing it to turn and ride into the concrete barrier turning over and killing the rider.Now i heard someone on here that lost a rear wheel awhile back,is this something that happens from time to time on a Tri Glide.Of course there is no way to know if he or someone else had taken the wheels off recently for service work so there are questions that remain.But it made me go out and check the torque on my wheels,and all was good.On aluminum car wheels it says to retorque after a 100 miles so i am assuming its the same on Tri Glide wheels.At least that is the procedure that i have always followed,I didnt know the gentleman but i hate to hear that.

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[Fearless]

Very saddened to hear about the tragedy. I had ours off time to check again third time for me. Prayers for the victim's family. Fred/Jeanne

 

[ShapeShifter]

Prayers to the Family and Close Friends.

 

[Sunman]

Sad to hear this. Thanks for posting; good reminder to check the torque after a few miles when one has had the wheels off.

Sunman

 

[PosseRider]

I would be curious as to : was it, just the wheel came off (loose lugs), or did the the bearing fail, & assembly broke off. Either way it is a sad thing. My friend had that happen on his car. Front wheel Broke off (hub still attached) just as we were getting on the Interstate.

 

[Philip R]

What is recommended torque for rear wheels?

 

[PosseRider]

What is recommended torque for rear wheels?

I don't recall right now. It will be in your manual. If you don't get ab answer soon, I will check when I go out to the garage.

 

[PosseRider]

Found this on-line for a 15 TG 90-100 ft. lbs

 

[Philip R]

Found this on-line for a 15 TG 90-100 ft. lbs

Thanks, gents. Putting a number here could save a life.

 

[Philip R]

On my last few times, getting tires rotated on my truck at Discount Tire, they brushed the hubs to clean off any accumulated rust & debris.

 

[Jack Klarich]

On my last few times, getting tires rotated on my truck at Discount Tire, they brushed the hubs to clean off any accumulated rust & debris.

A good clean mating surface is a MUST

 

[ultrafxr]

Heading out for a 1,500 + mile road trip tomorrow. You bet I checked the lug nut torque. Thanks for reminding me.

 

[cward59]

Heading out for a 1,500 + mile road trip tomorrow. You bet I checked the lug nut torque. Thanks for reminding me.

broke out the torque wrench this morning before heading to work. I just put some custom wheels on my TG.

 

[LadyonaMission]

Found this on-line for a 15 TG 90-100 ft. lbs

Is it safe to assume the same on a 15 Freewheeler?

 

[Burnerboy]

So this is the reason my CAR TIRE dealership has us come back after 100 miles to REtourk the lugs...:xzqxz:

Thank you!

Ronnie

 

[ShapeShifter]

Here's a short article about the crash. Does say rider not wearing helmet.... but we still have no explain as to the cause of the sudden tire/wheel loss.

 

[ShapeShifter]

???

This accident has caused me to think about this; I know information is collected and available as Motorcycle Accident Statistics. But I'm now wondering do Motorcycle Manufacturer's proactively investigate these instances that appear to be caused by equipment failures. I know their Legal Eagles get involved in Wrongful Death Cases and other types of Lawsuits. Just hoping someone investigates to determine an actual cause.

 

[1dn5up]

Ya just Gota know that the dealer will use a impact wrench for removal and install. As long as it is documented on the work order that they were torqued at # , and to be retorqued at 100 miles , there covered , as YOU sign that work order.

Rule #1 —- DONT take anything for granted !!

 

[Sidecarbill]

They do have torque sticks for impact wrenches. I used them for years never lost a wheel.

 

[ShapeShifter]

But has an official determination been made that torque/retorquing of lug nuts was at fault? Or as someone earlier mentioned, a possible bearing and/or other assembly failure?

....and who makes such investigations and determinations? We know NTSB is charged with investigations and determination of causes for air crashes and crashes on other modes of transportation. Along with recommendations to manufacturers to fix the cause(s). But who investigates fatal auto and motorcycle crashes and makes similar determinations?

This troubles me, so just thinking and wondering out loud.

 

[MDO]

I think your putting too much worry into this. Just check your wheel lug nut torque.

If you have a bad bearing, you usually hear it. I bet you would find that this poor soul had his wheels off for 1 reason or another & they were not torqued properly, then re-checked at 50/100 miles.

It is not like this is happening a lot.

 

[Jack Klarich]

They do have torque sticks for impact wrenches. I used them for years never lost a wheel.

I have used them for over 20 years now and backed up with a torque wrench

You can get a single one here

https://www.amazon.com/Steelman-500...ocphy=9011567&hvtargid=pla-451019178463&psc=1

 

[Fearless]

Checked old Shiney

I increased from 90 to 98 Ft. Lbs. torque all were equal as per first time torqued. as far as I had that trike apart I'll be checking everything for awhile. travel safe Fred

 

[520fd]

I checked my lugs today. Torque wrench set at 95 ft lbs. None loose.