Front Wheel - Removal

Warning - General - Stabilise Motorcycle

warning
Make sure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported.A correctly supported motorcycle will help prevent it from falling.An unstable motorcycle may fall, causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle.
  1. Remove the front wheel speed sensor (see Front ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Removal).
  2. Detach and support the front brake calipers (see Front Brake Caliper - Removal).
    3. note
    It is not necessary to disconnect the brake hoses.
    warning
    Do not allow the calipers to hang on the brake hoses as this may damage the hoses.Damaged hoses could cause brake failure leading to loss of control and an accident.
  3. Raise and support the front of the motorcycle.
  4. Loosen both pinch bolts at the lower end of the left hand fork.
  5. Release and remove the wheel spindle.
  6. Remove the wheel and the wheel spacers.
    7. Front Wheel Spindle_1 (ckvf)

    1. Fork pinch bolts

    2. Wheel spindle

    3. Wheel spacers (left hand shown)

  7. Place the wheel on wooden blocks.
    8. warning
    Do not allow the wheel to rest on either brake disc as this may damage the disc and could lead to an accident.
    caution
    To prevent wheel and bearing damage, observe absolute cleanliness and ensure there is no dirt ingress to the wheel bearings while the wheel is removed.
  8. Thoroughly clean all components and inspect for wear or damage.