FrontWheelRemoval

**Tools Required:**
• Front Wheel 19mm hex nut (12mm Allen Key for DL650) • 10, 12, and 14mm sockets and 3/8” ratchet • Front wheel stand

Start by securing the bike so that you can safely remove the front tire. Before you do anything make sure that you have one of these guy’s right here…

...or a 19mm Allen key:



You won’t be able to remove the front axle without one of them. Once you are ready, start by removing the bolts that hold the two brake calipers to the forks.



Once you have removed the caliper bolts gently work the calipers off the rotors, and suspend them with something so they are not hanging from the hose. Zip ties work well. Take a moment to think about this. Since you are going to be this far into having the bike apart maybe a set of brake pads would be a good idea as well? Think about doubling up on maintenance tasks if you can.



Now loosen the two pinch bolts on the front of the left fork tube (while facing the bike).



Now stick your new tool in here, and start cranking on it…



The axle will thread itself out of the wheel about an inch and a half to two inches. Once you cannot back it out any further, grab the end and start to work it out of the wheel. It may help to lift up on the wheel to allow easier removal of the axle.



Once the axle is out you should have a front tire in your hand.