Lazer Align & Rear Tire Replacement

[RUOUTHERE]

Replaced my rear tire last week, does that mean I should get another lazer aligment? Not clear if the removal and reinstall process could effect alignment?

[Gray Ghost]

If the rear tire was installed exactly in the same relationship to the front tires then you would not have to. I have had my rear tire off three times, each time when I checked it afterwards the alignment was off, not by much. I readjust mine any time something is done that potentially changes how the rear tire sets in the swingarm. Other folks will tell you it does not need to be done, but remember the ROLO alignment is done based off the rear wheel, so if the rear wheel position changes, so does your alignment.

An easy check would be to find a flat straight piece of road and see if the bike runs straight by itself. Obviously if it does, you need to get it realigned.

[Chupaca]

you will more that likely be off some. If done right not much but if you want to make sure have it checked. If your ok most laser folks won't charge you if no adjustment is needed...

[BikerDoc]

Yep, when in doubt find a laser align person that only charges if it needs the alignment i.e. the free check....