9 - BMW Motorrad Danmark

are programmed into the control
unit and are fundamental to all
calculations. Any change in these
influencing variables, caused for
example by a switch to wheels
other than those installed exworks,
can have serious effects
on the performance of the control
systems.
The sensor rings are essential
for correct road-speed calculation,
and they too must match
the motorcycle's control systems
and consequently cannot
be changed.
If you decide that you would like
to fit non-standard wheels to
your motorcycle, it is very important
to consult a specialist workshop
beforehand, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad dealer.
In some cases, the data programmed
into the control units
can be changed to suit the new
wheel sizes.
Removing front wheel
Make sure the ground is level
and firm and place the motorcycle
on its stand.
with BMW Motorrad Race
ABS OE
Remove screw 1 and remove
the ABS sensor from its bore.
Unclip the ABS sensor cable
from clips 2.
Mask off the parts of the wheel
rim that could be scratched in
the process of removing the
brake calipers.
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 disc on reassembly.
Do not operate the handbrake
lever when the brake calipers
have been removed.
Remove screws 3 of the brake
calipers on left and right.
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