Thread: Rear wheel hop?
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Old 10-20-15, 09:56 AM
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Spin it slowly on the workstand, and look at the rim from the side. Does it go up & down relative to the brake pads ??

Also, look at the tire. Is there a high or low spot in the tire relative to the rim ? A tire that's not seated properly is more common than a problem with the rim.
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