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82 xj650 rear tire change

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Punkbtt99, May 28, 2018.

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    Punkbtt99 New Member

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    I have just purchased a 1982 xj650 and I need to change the tires out. I have the new tire my question is do I have to remove the drive shaft to get the rim and tire off? This is my first bike and want to make sure I do everything right. Look forward to the tips and advise thank you.
     
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    I just did this the other night. I didn't need to take anything but the tire off. Make sure you warm it up and put the arrow in the right direction.
     
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    Pinch bolt, axle nut, brake stay rod, brake linkage. Slide axle out, once out, slide wheel to right side out of the final drive
     
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    Thanks for the help much appreciated. one guy was telling I had to pull the whole shaft out to even get tire to drop good to know I don't have to. Thanks again
     
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    k-moe Pie, Bacon, Bourbon. Moderator Premium Member

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    Airing the tire down before you pull the wheel off of the bike helps it to come out past the fender more easily. Room is tight back there.
     
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    i take the right shock off, gets you lots of room
     
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    Thanks again for all the help got the back tire changed went as smooth as you guys said it would much appreciated
     
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    wish I seen this before I started that would of helped thanks
     
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