Installing Front Wheel - BMW R 1200GS Rider's Manual

Slightly press the quick-release
axle inward for a better grip on
the right side.
Pull quick-release axle 1 out
while supporting the front
wheel.
Place front wheel down and
roll it forward out of the front
suspension.
Remove spacer bushing 1 from
the wheel hub.

Installing front wheel

Malfunctions may occur
during control interventions
by ABS or ASC if a wheel other
than the standard wheel is in-
stalled.
Please see the information on
the effect of wheel sizes on the
ABS and ASC running gear con-
trol systems at the beginning of
this chapter.
Threaded fasteners not
tightened to the specified
torque can work loose or their
threads can suffer damage.
Always have the tightening
torques checked by a specialized
workshop, preferably an
authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Mount spacing bushing 1 on
left side in wheel hub.
The front wheel must be
installed right way round to
rotate in the correct direction.
Observe the direction of rota-
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