Rear Wheel; Removal; Inspection; Installation - Triumph Thunderbird Service Manual

Wheels 8. Tyres
Rear Wheel
Removal
Before starting work, ensure the motorcycle is stabilised
and adequately supported. This will help prevent it from
falling and causing injury to the operator or damage to
the motorcycle.
1. Support the motorcycle so the rear wheel is raised
clear of the ground.
2. Remove both silencers (see page 10-11B>.
3. Slacken the rear wheel spindle nut.
4. Slacken both drive belt adjusters.
5. Remove the spindle nut and washer then support
the wheel and withdraw the spindle.
1. Spindle
6. Lower the wheel to the ground, and noting its
position, release the brake caliper and carrier from
the slot on the swinging arm.
Do not allow the caliper to hang on the brake hose as
this may damage the hose.
Damaged hoses could cause brake failure leading to loss
of control and an accident.
Z Roll the wheel forward until the drive belt can be
detached from the rear pulley.
8. Disengage the drive belt from the rear pulley and tie
aside.
9. Manoeuvre the wheel out of position and recover
the spacers from the hub and drive flange.
Do not allow the wheel to rest on the brake disc as this
could damage the disc. To prevent bearing damage,
ensure no dirt enters the wheel bearings whilst the
wheel is removed.
Inspection
1. Check the wheel bearings spin smoothly with no
signs of play. If not, renew the bearings.
Installation
1. Lubricate the lips of the wheel bearing seals with a
smear of multi-purpose grease.
2. Fit the spacer to the hub and drive flange.
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SelVice Manual - Thunderbird