How to Remove and Replace the Rear Wheel on a Kawasaki Versys 650

[@marcuspedersen5782]

Thanks for the demonstration, it gave me the confidence to do it myself, and I had no real problems. I could see that removal was basic, but putting the wheel back on could have some problems, so I took the brake off to reduce the amount of things to deal with. I downloaded the manuel for my 2008 versys to get the proper torque settings. My axle came out the opposite side but as per comments that was no issue. I found that by inserting the handle of my socket bar into the opposite end that I was inserting the the axle enabled stability and held the wheel in place while I aligned everything else (holding the wheel up with my knees on the side of the bike), then I simply pushed the axle through and walah everthing was in place. Then I put the brake baxk on, tightened everything some, adjusted the chain tension/checked alignement, and tightened it fully. I am really thankful to videos like yours

[@mastersoanes]

Great video Bob. As a novice "self maintainer" on my bike these type of videos give me the confidence to proceed 👍

[@funbro1]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching and happy riding.

[@creamymoto]

I was on the verge of tears and almost lost a finger trying to reinstall the rear wheel on my 2016 Versys. I gave up, took a shower, and then stumbled upon your video. Can I reinstall my wheel tomorrow? Who knows! But I’m gonna follow your advice about removing the brake and hopefully come back tomorrow with all 10 fingers still intact.

[@justinreinhart3458]

Thank you! You make it look so easy, I hope mine goes this smooth. Subscribed because I know I'll be looking to this channel for most of my maintenance

[@funbro1]

Awesome, thanks. Happy riding.

[@delcoleman7121]

funbro1, this is just an observation but, on my 650 Versys 2017 model, the rear axle goes in the other way so the castle nut is on the left side. Check out other brochures or pic's. I can't think that UK models are different to other country's.

[@funbro1]

I looked at this one and I really don't see why it couldn't go either way to be honest. Happy riding and thanks for watching.

[@rideoutside]

Same on mine, I don’t think it matters though Good video, thanks for making it

[@christopherdonlick9119]

Adjustable wrenches are good for hand tightened bolts and stripping torqued ones. Also..you used torque wrench on brakes but not on axle nut? That seems backwards

[@funbro1]

Thanks for the tool “lesson” you should make a KZbin video. Thanks for watching.

[@LambrechtsNick]

What did you end up doing with the wheel speed sensor wire? Or did you just put the stand over it. That would be a lot of pressure on an important wire

[@funbro1]

It is supported to prevent damage. Thanks for watching.

[@LxTxSURGE]

how much do tires cost on average

[@MrHadrian71]

Subbed! Nice video! Hope my goes smoothly! Adjusttable wrenches is a good idea!

[@funbro1]

Thanks for the sub! Many people don’t like the adjustable wrenches because they may round the nut. Always use caution when using them, but they do work. Thanks for watching.

[@russellcrawford9503]

On my versys 300 the torque spec for the rear axle is 80ftlbs. I am surprised you tightened to "just snug".

[@funbro1]

If your torque spec is 300 then I would recommend you go with 300. Thanks for watching.

[@Burnout143]

With a pin going through the middle of the castle nut, it's not super necessary to get the exact torque spec.

[@corneilcorneil]

@@Burnout143 Farmer tight, done.

[@t0ksimir]

been trying to mount rear wheel for last 1,5 h and couldnt do it, now its dark so gave up its 2008 and a bit different, cant slide the wheel in, its very hard to keep all the parts in place and when i manage to do it i miss like 1 mm to slide it in next time im paying for it to be done

[@funbro1]

It’s not the funnest thing to do that is for sure. Thanks for watching.

[@chroma4388]

Thanks bro . 👍🏻

[@bellwood666]

Sweet video man thx

[@funbro1]

No problem 👍 Thanks for watching.

[@25sumpter]

I didn't think of using my foot to raise the tire 🤦🏿‍♂️

[@funbro1]

It’s the little tricks that sometimes make the difference. Thanks for watching and happy riding.

[@royalon5662]

No torque on spindle nut.

[@funbro1]

I’m sure there is. Follow the manufacturer suggested torque value. Thanks for watching.