HI, I don't know if you're running saddlebags or have a trailer hitch, but if you have a clear path out the back remove the three bolts which attach the entire rear differential to the drive shaft splines and slide that critter (wheel, diff and all) straight out the back. It sounds to me like the wheel hub splines may have worn and gotten little "lips" on them. That would account for your problem with removing the hub assembly. If the hub hasn't been serviced in awhile, the grease which is spose to be on the splines wears away and the splines begin to wear. I've had this same problem on a few older wings I've worked on. Even if it's a pain, it may be worth the time/ effort to clear a path out the back of the bike and pull the rear diff anyway. If the splines come out "dry" do yourself a favor and change the rear diff oil while you're workin' back there. I use a light coating of bearing grease on the splines whenever I reinstall the rear wheel. I HAVE seen splines almost ALL of the way worn gone (NOT a pretty sight).I am preparing to mount a new set of tires and following GSMcleans informative instructions of removing the rear wheel. I have the wheel and tire off the bike with only a few minor problems.
The major problem I am having is getting the drive unit to separate from the wheel hub. It says to just slide it out but it appears to be caught on something. It will move slightly in and out but only a fraction of an inch until it hits something. I have tried sliding a screwdriver into the space and prying lightly but that only crimps the lip of the drive.
What am I missing or is there a trick here?
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