Honda 2004 XR400R Owner's Manual page 125

Wheels
Removal
1. Raise the rear wheel off the ground by
placing a maintenance stand or support block
under the engine. Secure the front of the
motorcycle with tie-down straps.
2. Remove the brake hose guide.
3. Loosen the rear axle nut ( ) while holding
the axle.
4. Turn both adjusters ( ) so the rear wheel can
be moved all the way forward for maximum
drive chain slack.
5. Move the rear wheel forward. Derail the
drive chain from the driven sprocket.
6. Move the rear axle ( ) back all the way to
the swingarm end. Pull down on the rear axle.
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Servicing Your Honda
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7. Remove the rear wheel with the rear axle.
Avoid depressing the brake lever and brake
pedal when the wheel is off the motorcycle.
This will force the caliper pistons out of the
cylinders. The result will be loss of brake
fluid. If this occurs, the brake system will
require service. See your Honda dealer for
this service.