Operation Manual

culations. Any change in these
influencing variables, caused for
example by a switch to wheels
other than those installed ex-
works, can have serious effects
on the performance of the sys-
tem.
The sensor rings are essential
for correct road-speed calcula-
tion, and they too must match
the vehicle's system and con-
sequently cannot be changed.
If you decide that you would like
to fit non-standard wheels to
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.
Remove screw 1 and remove
the ABS sensor from its bore.
Note whether a washer is in-
stalled.
Lift the front of the motorcycle
until the front wheel is clear of
the ground, preferably using
a BMW Motorrad front-wheel
stand.
Install the front-wheel stand
( 83).
Release axle clamping screw 2.
Remove axle 3, while support-
ing the wheel.
Do not remove the grease from
the axle.
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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