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    KGT Wheel Removal (2009)

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    This DIY will cover removing and installing the Front and Rear Wheel Assembly on a 2009 KGT 1300.

    Tools

    • T20 for the ABS Sensor Bolt
    • T30 for the Fender Mounting Bolts
    • T45 for the Caliper Bolts
    • 3/8" drive torquewrench
    • Front Axle Socket - I use a Marc Parnes tool*
    • 19mm wrench or socket to use on the Axle Socket tool
    • Front Wheel Stand - I use a PitBull Stand*


    * Not affiliated with manufacturer just utilize their products
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    Process Overview

    • Put the bike on centerstand
    • Remove front fender
    • Remove Calipers
    • Remove ABS Sensor
    • Remove Right Side (Throttle Pinch Bolt)
    • Loosen quick release axle
    • Lift front wheel with front stand
    • Remove axle
    • Remove Wheel Assembly

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    So let's start - put the bike on the centerstand.

    Shop Tip - if you plan to take both tires off, and you plan to use a PitBull lift, you will want to remove the rear tire first.
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    Using a T30 remove the indicated Fender Bolts (Throttle side)
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    Same with the Clutch Side
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    The pull straight out, the full fender comes off - set aside
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    Fender off
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    Unclip the ABS wire harness from the brake line. 2 locations
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    Harness removed
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    Using a T45 remove the 2 caliper mounting bolts
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    To remove the caliper you need to spread the pads a little - this is easily done by twisting the caliper slowly as your are pulling it off.

    As you pull back twist to push the pads apart a little.

    DO NOT ACTIVATE THE BRAKES AS THIS WILL PUSH THE BRAKE PADS OUT
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    Caliper removed, now onto the other side

    NOTE - I left the caliper hanging because I was only going to be away for one day as the tires where being swapped - if you want feel free to support the caliper if so desired
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    Using a T45 remove the other 2 Caliper mounting bolts
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    Using the same twisting technique start removing the clutch side caliper
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