Buell 2006 P3 Service Manual page 108

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REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel from motorcycle. See
WHEEL or 2.6 REAR WHEEL.
2. Rear wheel only: Remove rear sprocket. See
WHEEL (Disassembly).
3. Deflate tire. Use a valve core tool to remove valve core
from valve stem.
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WARNING
Read the operating manual for the manufacturer and
model of tire machine used. Failure to follow operational
procedures or to heed any cautions/warnings in the man-
ual for the tire machine could result in death or serious
injury. (00283a)
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Figure 2-21. Loosening Beads from Rim Flange (Typical)
4. See Figure 2-21. Use a pneumatic bead breaker to
loosen bead. Rotate wheel and apply bead breaker at
several points along circumference of the rim until entire
bead drops into rim well.
2-20 2006 Buell P3: Chassis
2.5 FRONT
2.6 REAR
WARNING
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Figure 2-22. Tire Machine Pulling Bead Off Rim
5. See Figure 2-22. Install wheel onto jaws of tire machine.
Lubricate tire bead with soap solution.
6. Fit wedge over rim of wheel.
7. Pull bead up over rim in one spot and fit bead to wedge.
Spin wheel to draw full length of bead over rim and off
wheel. Do not use excessive force when starting bead
over rim.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Follow the tire machine manufacture's recommendation
for the correct placement of the bead on the mandrel.
Incorrect mounting may damage the bead and ruin the
tire.
8. If necessary, repeat for opposite bead and remove tire
from wheel.
9. Remove valve stem if it is damaged or leaks.
10. Mount tire on TIRE SPREADER (Part No. HD-21000) for
inspection and repair procedures.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
1. Clean inside of tire.
2. If rim is dirty or corroded, clean with a stiff wire brush.
3. Inspect tire for wear and damage. Replace worn tires.
See 1.9 TIRES AND WHEELS.