Removing The Complete Front Wheel - APRILIA RS 125 Manual

CHASSIS
7.5.2.

REMOVING THE COMPLETE FRONT WHEEL

Read 1.2.1 carefully.
TORQUE WRENCH SETTINGS
Brake caliper mounting bolts (1) 22 Nm (2.2 kgm).
Wheel spindle bolt (2)
Wheel spindle clamp screws (3) 12 Nm (1.2 kgm)
WARNING
Use great care during wheel removal to avoid
damaging the brake lines, discs and pads.
• Place the motorcycle on the special rear wheel stand
(OPT); see 1.7.2.
• Place the motorcycle on the special front wheel stand
(OPT); see 1.7.1.
NOTE Ensure that the motorcycle is safely supported and
stable.
•
Have an assistant hold the handlebars steady in
position as in forward travel so that the steering cannot
move.
•
Release and remove the two mounting bolts (1) of the
front brake caliper.
•
Remove the brake caliper from the brake disc, but
leave the caliper attached to the brake hose.
WARNING
Do not operate the front brake lever when the
calipers are not in place, or the pistons might
fall out leading to brake fluid spillage.
• Release and remove the screw (2) and collect the
washer.
• Slacken but do not remove the four wheel spindle
clamp bolts (3).
• Place a support under the wheel tyre to hold the wheel
steady once released.
•
Extract the wheel spindle from the left side.
7 - 62
80 Nm (8 kgm).
RS 125