Operation Manual

RDC label
OE
Incorrect tyre-removal pro-
cedures can result in dam-
age to the RDC sensors.
Be sure to notify the authorised
BMW Motorrad dealer or spe-
cialist workshop that the wheel is
fitted with an RDC sensor.
If the motorcycle is equipped
with RDC, each wheel rim bears
an adhesive label indicating the
position of the RDC sensor.
When changing the tyre, take
care not to damage the RDC
sensor. Be sure to draw the
attention of the authorised BMW
Motorrad dealer or specialist
workshop to the fact that the
wheel is fitted with an RDC
sensor.
Remove the front wheel
Place the motorcycle on a suit-
able 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.
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
( 106)
Release axle clamping screw 2.
Remove axle 3, while support-
ing the wheel.
Do not remove the grease from
the axle.
Once the calipers have
been removed, there is
a risk of the brake pads being
pressed together to the extent
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