Rear wheel reinstallation

[scotty - 12]

Is it me or is it a pita for others also to reinstall rear wheel (new rear tire) with the brake caliper having to slide and hook into the inside of the swingarm? Are there any tricks to this? Seems to take me way too long to get it lined up and get the rotor to slide between the brake pads. Maybe my s1000 spoiled me?

 

[Ked0607]

Ok so heres the trick. Take the caliper off the bracket and that is the last piece to go back on. I know it looks like it all should slide right back in real easy but it doesnt. Also remove the abs sensor from the bracket so that you do not damage it. Also when all else fails read service manual. I just had to do mine a couple weeks ago. Much easier with the caliper off the bracket .

 

[Ked0607]

 

[nintastio]

I put my foot under the rear tire and hold it in position with my foot so I can use both hands to fanagle everything into place. Not the most elegant solution, but works really well for me since I have been trying to repair a leaky tire I just had installed.

 

[mabupa]

Is it me or is it a pita for others also to reinstall rear wheel (new rear tire) with the brake caliper having to slide and hook into the inside of the swingarm? Are there any tricks to this? Seems to take me way too long to get it lined up and get the rotor to slide between the brake pads. Maybe my s1000 spoiled me?

I hate that rear caliper and bracket with a passion and feel your pain. I have always wondered if the under slung bracket and brembo caliper upgrade would make removal/installation easier. Done ranting…… I do as suggested above and remove the caliper from the bracket to make it easier.

 

[Bumblebee]

Is it me or is it a pita for others also to reinstall rear wheel (new rear tire) with the brake caliper having to slide and hook into the inside of the swingarm? Are there any tricks to this? Seems to take me way too long to get it lined up and get the rotor to slide between the brake pads. Maybe my s1000 spoiled me?

I made a wedge out of a 2x4 to cradle the rear wheel while I fandangle it into position...frees up a hand to wangle the rear brake caliper into position...I had the rear caliper off yesterday while doing a little maintenance on it....

 

[Martin.UK]

I use a wedge of wood under the wheel to, and slide the spindle in from the right side so it goes though the caliper hanger first and then the wheel, so the nut is on the left side.

 

[scotty - 12]

Ok so heres the trick. Take the caliper off the bracket and that is the last piece to go back on. I know it looks like it all should slide right back in real easy but it doesnt. Also remove the abs sensor from the bracket so that you do not damage it. Also when all else fails read service manual. I just had to do mine a couple weeks ago. Much easier with the caliper off the bracket .

I will try this trick next time. It’s soooo frustrating to line everything up. Ugh!!!

 

[scotty - 12]

I use a wedge of wood under the wheel to, and slide the spindle in from the right side so it goes though the caliper hanger first and then the wheel, so the nut is on the left side.

Yeah I probably need to do this too. Sigh

 

[scotty - 12]

Yeah I probably need to do this too. Sigh

Also thanks Bumble…

 

[DougE]

If you already have the pitbull stand, you can get the matching tire wedge.

Pit Bull - Pit Crew Tire Wedge [F0102-000]

The Pit Crew Tire Wedge makes motorcycle tire changing a breeze. Height adjustable and built to last in the USA!

www.pit-bull.com

 

[Ked0607]

If you already have the pitbull stand, you can get the matching tire wedge.

Pit Bull - Pit Crew Tire Wedge [F0102-000]

The Pit Crew Tire Wedge makes motorcycle tire changing a breeze. Height adjustable and built to last in the USA!

www.pit-bull.com

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thats nifty. I cant wait to get my abba skylift. Its so much easier coming strait up from the bottom like the shops do it.

 

[MonkeyButtRides]

I just recently went through this after getting a new, wider tire (200/55) installed. I removed the chain guard, slid the tire in sideways (top leaning towards the removed chain guard) while using my foot under the tire to support it (@nintastio tip). This was pretty painless once I removed the chain guard, in fact I forgot to pull my chain over the swingarm and had to remove the axle and wheel and do it twice. No issues left the brake caliper in place.

 

[scotty - 12]

If you already have the pitbull stand, you can get the matching tire wedge.

Pit Bull - Pit Crew Tire Wedge [F0102-000]

The Pit Crew Tire Wedge makes motorcycle tire changing a breeze. Height adjustable and built to last in the USA!

www.pit-bull.com

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Wow. I do have one but the attachment is almost as much as the stand with the pitbull name.

 

[sixpack577]

I use a ballpeen or deadblow hammer under rear wheels when I have them off/on.
I lay the hammer under the tire and drag the tire back and forth by the hammer handle.

 

[202mphbusa]

Wow. I do have one but the attachment is almost as much as the stand with the pitbull name.

and a coat hanger is $23

Pit Bull Hanger

Pit Bull's new Hanger is designed for heavy duty applications like racing leathers, tactical gear, body armor, and heavy jackets. It's zinc plated to resist the elements. The price shown is fo

www.pit-bull.com

 

[dcnblues]

I've still got my tool kit from my gen 1. Which has the levered wrench to get that axle bolt off. I'm undecided whether to take it sport touring or not. Is it just something no one is worrying about on the gen 3? Because it's added weight?

 

[sixpack577]

You should only sport tour on a motorcycle that YOU are comfortable riding long distance on, and are comfortable to work on the side of the road if need be.
If the gen3 checks those boxes for You...then sport tour on it.

 

[dcnblues]

Ha. I'm undecided about whether to pack the heavy axle wrench when sport touring, not the bike!

 

[sixpack577]

Ha. I'm undecided about whether to pack the heavy axle wrench when sport touring, not the bike!

lmao...my bad
I would want to be able to take the rear wheel off if I needed too.
Not all flat tires can be repaired.
Tools are nesacerry and unavoidable weight when traveling, unless you plan to pay someone to haul it to a dealer should anything go wrong.