13 WHEELS, TIRES 105
13.1 Removing the front wheel
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with the rear lifting gear. ( p. 77)
– Lift the motorcycle with the front lifting gear. ( p. 78)
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Main work
–
Loosen screw
1
by several rotations.
–
Release screws
2
.
–
Press on screw
1
to push the wheel spindle out of the axle clamp.
–
Remove screw
1
.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking effect caused by damaged brake discs.
– Always lay the wheel down in such a way that the brake discs are not dam-
aged.
– Holding the front wheel, withdraw the wheel spindle. Take the front wheel out of the
fork.
Info
Do not pull the hand brake lever when the front wheel is removed.
13.2 Installing the front wheel
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect.
– Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
– Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.