BMW Motorrad R 1200 S 2007, Rider'S Manual

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Once the calipers have
been removed, there is
a risk of the brake pads being
pressed together to the extent
that they cannot be slipped back
over the brake disk on reassem-
bly.
Do not operate the handbrake
lever when the brake calipers
have been removed.
Remove securing screws 2 of
left and right brake calipers.
Push brake pads in brake
caliper
3 apart slightly by
rocking back and forth A in
relation to brake disks 4 .
Mask off the parts of the wheel
rim that could be scratched in
the process of removing the
brake calipers.
Carefully pull brake calipers
back and out until clear of
brake disks.
With OE Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS):
When pulling off left brake
caliper, make sure that ABS
sensor cable is not damaged.
Raise front of motorcycle un-
til front wheel can turn freely.
BMW Motorrad recommends
the BMW Motorrad front-wheel
stand for lifting the motorcycle.
Mounting front wheel stand
(
100)
Remove axle clamping screw 5 .
Remove quick-release axle 6
while supporting wheel.
Roll front wheel forward to re-
move.
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