Great vid, Sir. I know this wouldn't be applicable if stuck in a parking lot or along the side of the road with a rear flat...but in a garage/shop environment...it helps a ton and saves potential damage if you soak the muffler clamp bolt with penetrant lubricant for a minute or so before attempting to loosen it. They have a tendency to corrode and and then twist and snap if this isn't done. Just a suggestion.
Did you mention to pump the brakes up before moving the bike after tire installation? I learned that the hard way a few years ago. My garage was higher than the driveway. I rolled the bike out and then proceeded to stop the bike. I had no front brake. You can use your imagination as to what happened.
Just installed front and rear tires for the first time on this bike referring to your vid. I managed to get the front wheel out from the front fender by jacking up the bike at the front of the motor underneath (with the rear wheel off). I did the same at installation and didn't need to take the fender off . The first time is always the hardest. Thanks for your effort in making these helpful videos.
Thank you! Very helpful. I also have a 2016 RT.
Michael
Nice!
Hello.
Thank you so much for this clear and informative video. I’ll be tackling my 2018 R1200RT REAR DRIVE. Spline lubing and fluid change out.
You’re welcome. I should make a spline lube video too. Have fun with your project.
Great vid, Sir. I know this wouldn't be applicable if stuck in a parking lot or along the side of the road with a rear flat...but in a garage/shop environment...it helps a ton and saves potential damage if you soak the muffler clamp bolt with penetrant lubricant for a minute or so before attempting to loosen it. They have a tendency to corrode and and then twist and snap if this isn't done. Just a suggestion.
That’s a great idea! Thanks for the comment.
@@PacMoto My pleasure sir.
Did you mention to pump the brakes up before moving the bike after tire installation? I learned that the hard way a few years ago.
My garage was higher than the driveway. I rolled the bike out and then proceeded to stop the bike. I had no front brake. You can use your imagination as to what happened.
@beemrdon52 You are correct, that is a critical point. I’ve made that mistake myself… no fun.
Just installed front and rear tires for the first time on this bike referring to your vid.
I managed to get the front wheel out from the front fender by jacking up the bike at the front of the motor underneath (with the rear wheel off). I did the same at installation and didn't need to take the fender off .
The first time is always the hardest.
Thanks for your effort in making these helpful videos.