Oh, forgot to say - if you didn't know, GREASE the axle. It will make it easier to pull next time and the axle won't corrode in the bearings. I learned it from the guys at the shop years ago. They got a comment from the Dunlop rep, saying they were one of the few that bothered to do so, it was good. They figure it would make the job easier next time they did a tire on the customer's bike.

On drive shaft bikes grease the splines of the gear box where it fits into the wheel. Another point that will wear if dry.

 

You bet- I did take the advice to put a light application of grease on the axle as well. It was dry, too. Don't want to have to pound it out next time I pull or change wheels!

 

Just my opinion, but I never put grease in the swing arm slot where the caliper bracket slides. It collects dirt that causes the problem. Just clean it well and install dry. There is plenty of clearance for it to slide without grease.

Doug