your motorcycle, it is very im-
portant to consult a specialist
workshop beforehand, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer. In some cases, the data
programmed into the control unit
can be changed to suit the new
wheel sizes.
Removing front wheel
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the mo-
torcycle on a suitable auxiliary
stand.
with centre stand
OE
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motor-
cycle on its centre stand.
with BMW Motorrad ABS
OE
Remove screw 1 and remove
the ABS sensor from its bore.
Note whether a washer is
installed.
Raise front of motorcycle until
the front wheel can turn freely.
BMW Motorrad recommends
the BMW Motorrad front-wheel
stand for lifting the motorcycle.
Install the front-wheel stand
( 84).
Release axle clamping screw 2.
Remove axle 3, while support-
ing the wheel.
Do not remove the grease from
the axle.
with BMW Motorrad ABS
OE
When rolling the front wheel
clear of the motorcycle, take
care not to damage the ABS
sensor and the ABS line.
Roll the front wheel forward to
remove.
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