Removing and refitting the rear wheel
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C
WARNING
Take care when inserting the wheel to ensure that the disc is not damaged by the brake pads.
Once everything is fitted, check the correct brake operation before riding the machine.
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Maintenance processes
Place the motorcycle in an upright position and
immobilise it at the front.
To remove the rear wheel:
Tap the end of the wheel shaft with a nylon mallet
B
to aid removal.
During the process do not press the brake pedal.
If the pedal has been pressed, the callipers will
have to be pushed back to make them re-separate.
If necessary, refill with brake fluid and bleed the
corresponding circuit.
WARNING
- Remove the wheel shaft nut
- Remove the wheel shaft
TIP
- Push the wheel forwards.
- Remove the chain
C
- Withdraw the wheel backwards, releasing the
rear disc brake from the calliper.
To refit the back wheel:
- Proceed in reverse order to the removal.
- Adjust the chain tension (Adjusting the chain
tension chapter).
TIP
.
A
.
B
from the wheel sprocket.