Speedo drive quastion

[sye]

I'm in the process of rebuilding a rolling chassis, pics to follow I promise.

The front wheel axle has been torqued to 40lbs-ft as per spec but this locks the speedo drive in place and the cover will not move. The speedo works fine when the wheel is turned but ISTR that you should be able to swivel the cover? Is this normal or am I puddled?

[hairygit]

If the wheel is on the bike (Fork bottom clamps fitted and torqued) then all is good, you don't want the drive gearbox loose and trying to rotate as you ride!

[Bryanj]

The chrome cover has better go round with the wheel as its bolted to it, the speedo drive casing need to stay still with the spindle. Make sure you have the nut on the correct way round

[sye]

Thanks both, feel better now.
@ Hairygit. That's the way it is Mr Hairy, thanks.
@ Bryanj. The hex is inboard.