socket. Note whether or not a
washer is installed.
Raise front of motorcycle un-
til the front wheel can turn
freely. To lift motorcycle, BMW
Motorrad recommends using
BMW Motorrad front wheel
stand.
Mounting front wheel stand
( 79).
Remove axle clamping screw 2.
Remove axle 3 while support-
ing wheel.
Do not remove grease on axle.
When rolling out the front
wheel take care to avoid
damaging the ABS sensor and
its wire.
Roll front wheel forward to re-
move.
Remove shims 4 and 5 from
wheel hub.
Installing front wheel
Threaded fasteners not
tightened to the specified
torque can work loose or their
threads can suffer damage.
Always have the tightening
torques checked by a specialized
workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
When installing the front wheel
use caution to avoid damaging
the ABS sensor and its wire.
Insert ABS sensor in its socket
and install screw 1. Insert
washer if one was installed.
Removing rear wheel
Make sure ground is level and
firm and place motorcycle on a
suitable auxiliary stand.
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