7-3FRONT WHEEL AND BRAKE DISCS CHASWARNINGNOTE:NOTE:NOTE:WARNINGEAS00521REMOVING THE FRONT WHEEL1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.Securely support the motorcycle so thatthere is no danger of it falling over.Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand so thatthe front wheel is elevated.2. Remove: Brake hose holders left brake caliper right brake caliper wheel axleDo not squeeze the brake lever when removingthe brake calipers.3. Elevate: front wheelPlace the motorcycle on a suitable stand so thatthe front wheel is elevated.EAS00525CHECKING THE FRONT WHEEL1. Check: wheel axleRoll the wheel axle on a flat surface.Bends Replace.Do not attempt to straighten a bent wheelaxle.2. Check: tire front wheelDamage/wear Replace.Refer to “CHECKING THE TIRES” and“CHECKING THE WHEELS” in chapter 3.
