Help for handling wheel
 

I just installed new sprockets and chain on my -90 1000F. Everything was easy and straight forward, but then I noticed that the rear brake was binding. So I started to investigate why this happens, and found out, that the caliber pin bolts are stuck and don’t let the caliber slide freely. Problem easily fixed, but I was fed up getting the rear axle in and out of it’s place. Since I am not that strong and my back started aching lifting the rear wheel back and forth , I though that there must be some easier way to do this.
I had an old inflatable pad and I cut the pillow part off. Now I could put the pillow under the wheel, and pump up some air into it to lift the wheel on a right level. Then it was easy to maneuver the axle in. No more swearing ( or at least not so much ). I shall include some pictures of my “great” invention which hopefully gives clearer image what I mean.

Good idea Oke , I haven't got a compressor handy , so I use two wedges . Roll it up onto one and chock it with the other:icon_wink:

If you've got someone else to help, it makes it a lot easier as well.

Interesting way to handle that, oke. Nice job on being resourceful.

One doesn't need a compressor to do the jop, a common punp is OK. What comes to the helpers is true. If I keep myself busy with mrs tonight, I too may have one in fifteen years.:icon_biggrin:

Nice invention. Looks like you have a similar problem to me. No room to work.
Hopefully the airbag will last fifteen years!! Mind you they can be a great help long before then. Enjoy your evening & may it be productive.
Time to tune up the band :icon_band:

I missed this thread ...:icon_doh:

Lifting he rear wheel into the right position to get the axel through is definitely a bastard of a job ...

I just use the block it up method mostly , but your pump up lifter is a great idea ..http://www.cbr-riders.com/forum/imag...s/smiley20.gif