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REAR WHEEL/SUSPENSION
REAR WHEEL

REMOVAL
Support the motorcycle using a safety stand or hoist,
raise the rear wheel off the ground. [7]
Fully slacken the drive chain (page 3-16).
Push the rear wheel forward.
Derail the drive chain [1] from the driven sprocket.
Remove the rear axle nut [2], washer [3], and right
adjusting plate [4]. [1] [6]
Remove the rear axle [5], left adjusting plate [6], rear
wheel, and side collars [7].
[5]
[7]
• Do not suspend the brake caliper/bracket assembly
from the brake hose. Do not twist the brake hose.
• Do not operate the brake pedal after removing the
rear wheel.
• CRF1000D: Do not operate the parking brake lever
after removing the rear wheel.

[4]
[3] [2]
INSPECTION
Turn the inner race of each bearing with your finger.
The bearings should turn smoothly and quietly.
Also check that the outer race fits tightly in the wheel
hub.
Inspect the following parts for damage, abnormal wear,
deformation or bends.
– Rear axle
– Rear wheel
Measure each part according to REAR WHEEL/
SUSPENSION SPECIFICATIONS (page 1-26).
Replace any part if it is out of service limit.
Refer to the wheel balance service (page 17-11).

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