Looking for Advise Please
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Looking for Advise Please
Hi All, Im going to be removing my rear wheel to have a new tire installed. Looking for advise here. Not done much to my FLHTK. What should I watch for in the way of removal and install of rear wheel?. I also have a Honda VTX1300S I've done a lot of work to so feel I can do this. I have the repair book for the flhtk but looking for more info. Thanks for your time and help on this. 
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Best bet is to use a lift, the bike has to be up high enough in the air to slip the tire and rim out. Be sure to support the front end because the bike will become unbalanced once the rear tire is removed. I strap mine down then lift it putting a milk crate under the front end.
Be certain to mark the position on the adjusters so the belt will be back in the same position when assembled. Keep track of the spacer locations.
I also have an upcoming rear tire replacement in my future, and just like you I am wondering what else to consider. I'm concerned about the rear brake caliper, it must need to be loosened by compressing the piston enough to slip it out and back in.
Be certain to mark the position on the adjusters so the belt will be back in the same position when assembled. Keep track of the spacer locations.
I also have an upcoming rear tire replacement in my future, and just like you I am wondering what else to consider. I'm concerned about the rear brake caliper, it must need to be loosened by compressing the piston enough to slip it out and back in.
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Have to play a game with the lift getting the tire on and off. When replacing the wheel you have to lift the bike, place wheel underneath, then lower it a bit to line it up and slip the axle in. Not really difficult to do but a bit tricky the first time.
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I'm curious what you chose for a replacement tire? I've got Metzler front and rear. The rear only lasted about 8k. I'm considering another one because they grip very well compared to dunlop, but I don't like changing rear tires every other year when I only have been riding about 6 to 8 k during the MI riding season.