| Author | Message | ||
     Thunderbox |
Hi all. What is the proper procedure for removing the rear wheel on the Uly???? Not a thing in the owners manual about that. I was really wondering how do you take the tension off the tensioner pulley. I have the muffler supports already made. So I just need to know what the good book says. Thanks | ||
| Debueller |
I remove the upper belt guard/hugger and lower guard first. As you unscrew the axle (don't forget to loosen the pinch bolt first) the belt will loosen up automatically. The diamater of the axle is smaller near the center. When you unscrew the axle the wheel bearing on the belt side drops on to the smaller dia. area of the axle and allows the wheel to move toward the countershaft, hence relieving the tension. Clever design, Erik After relieving the belt tension, roll the wheel and carefully push the belt off the right side of the pulley. Then finish unscrewing the axle and pull it out. The wheel/pulley/rotor assy should practically fall out at this point. No need to mess with the tensioner, caliper, or anything else. The whole process is very simple and easy after you do it once. (Message edited by debueller on May 10, 2006) | ||
| Chadhargis |
I've never tried it without removing the caliper since the service manual says to remove it, but it just might work. Good tip. | ||
| Jim_sb |
Is the wooden semi-circle "adapter" absolutely necessary? After 2700 miles I need a new rear tire... Regards, Jim in Santa Barbara | ||
| Thunderbox |
Yes it is Jim if you don't have the adapter you can't be considered a Buell rider of any consequence. Sorry bud that's the way it is. LMAO.. There is a template on this site for them and they take about 3 minutes to make. I carry them in my rear case when I am traveling as it is a little security. All bike shops have a jack but not the adapter for the XBs. They are very handy. get some made. | ||
| Debueller |
Before installing the wheel, open up the brake pads carefully with a large screwdriver. That will make threading the rotor into the caliper much easier. When finished DO NOT forget to pump your rear brakes to get the pads to contact the rotor. You WILL NOT have any rear brakes untill you pump them up. | ||
| Chadhargis |
I do that already, and I completely remove the caliper. I'll try leaving it in place next time. | ||
| Thunderbox |
Thanks for the info guys. I haven't really looked at the rear wheel closely but this information has been very good to say the least. | ||
| Chadhargis |
I can tell you that it's much easier to use a jack to remove the rear wheel than a paddock stand. I've used my Pit Bull stand, and my Craftsman jack to pull the rear wheel. By far, the Craftsman jack using the muffler template is easier. It lifts the bike 16", which gives you plenty of wiggle room to get the wheels off. | ||
| Thunderbox |
I changed my tire last night on the Uly. Chad you are absolutely correct. I ended up removing the caliper. Takes about 2 minutes and it is much easier to take the wheel off with the caliper removed. I took the wheel off without removing the caliper but there is interference with several parts. It would have been hard to get everything lined up if the caliper was in place. So to change a tire properly with the least amount of frustration I reccommend this procedure. Spread brake pads with a screwdriver Remove caliper (two bolts) remove lower belt guard (2 screws) loosen clamp bolt and unscrew axel assy. Easy. | ||
| Bienhoabob |
I'm going to attempt a tire change. I brought tires, bead breaker, balancer, tire irons and am ready to go. Question: What lubricant do you use to ease the tire onto the rim? I tried Auto zone and they recommended "bead sealer", but couldn't tell me where to buy it. Thanks | ||
| Thunderbox |
We use a product called Rim Ease. Bead sealer is a thicker rubberized goop that should not be used as a tire lubricant. KY works perfect also and is much easier to get and has more than one purpose. LOL | ||
| Electraglider_1997 |
I jack my Harley up with a mc stand and then use a hydraulic car jack to remove the rear wheel and then use it to raise it back into place. Keeps me from breaking my back. |
