[canadian stryker]

Being new at owning, and working on a bike, I was wondering what is involved in removing the rear wheel, and tire, and reinstalling the Avon 240. I don't have a clue as to what all I need to do. I do have a jack to hold the bike up, and so far have changed the shock spring to the Low & Mean lowering spring myself, as well as the speedo plate, but did follow the excellent "how to" videos, and directions from Low & Mean. I would like to know what tools I need, as well as step by step instructions if possible. Any help, or guidance would be greatly appreciated.

 

[straightjacket]

If you have a good jack that will balance the bike and lift it high enough to get the wheel out its not too hard. If you have the right size wrench its the best but you can use a good quality crescent wrench to remove the nut on the pipe side. Then lift the bike to remove pressure on the rear wheel. Slide the axle out, and as you jack the bike up high enough to pull the wheel out the back get some help with the rear brake so you dont scratch your rim all up! The thick washer that falls out goes between the swingarm and the brake bracket.

 

[canadian stryker]

Thanks Straightjacket, I take it that if I take the nut off from the pipe side, that I don"t have to loosen, or take off the pipes. Also the wheel bolt will come out with out having to do anything with the belt tension? Thanks again.

 

[straightjacket]

Yes you dont have to mess with the pipes at all. It does make the install of the axle easier if you loosen the tension of the belt, and readjust after back on the ground. Becarefull if you think its tight coming out wait till you put the bigger tire back in! The main area to watch is the brake it makes it very snug.

 

[canadian stryker]

Thanks Straightjacket, will give it a go very soon, stock tire is on it's last legs now.