Removing rearsets on M1100

[pitbull03]

I've got rizoma rearsets on order to replace the giant factory wings on my new 1100s.  I'd like to do the swap myself if possible.  After looking at the bike, it looks like the main bolt holding the swingarm on is what's keeping the factory rearsets on as well.  Am I going to need to remove the swingarm to replace the rearsets?  Can anyone who's done this chime in with their experience.  I'd really rather avoid driving the hour each way to the dealer to get them installed.

Also, how can I remove the reflectors from my Ohlins forks without scratching them? 

Thanks!

[NAKID]

If it's anything like the S*R bikes, it should take you about 20 mins...

[Takster]

I have taken off the rearsets on my 696.  Easy.  Maybe took 20 minutes total.  I'm pretty sure it's the same procedure.  Either way,  it's not like your swingarm is going to fly off the bike when you take the rearsets off.

[hihhs]

I've got rizoma rearsets on order to replace the giant factory wings on my new 1100s.  I'd like to do the swap myself if possible.  After looking at the bike, it looks like the main bolt holding the swingarm on is what's keeping the factory rearsets on as well.  Am I going to need to remove the swingarm to replace the rearsets?  Can anyone who's done this chime in with their experience.  I'd really rather avoid driving the hour each way to the dealer to get them installed.

Also, how can I remove the reflectors from my Ohlins forks without scratching them? 

Thanks!

The bolt at the swing arm looks deceiving. There is a threaded rod in there that holds the swing arm. The "bolt head" you see is actually a threaded barrel nut. Ducati refers to it as a "special screw". Sounds expensive.

So you can remove the rearsets without fear of the swingarm falling off!
You will need a 24mm socket... possibly two. On mine, I took each one off separately without the other side turning.
A little advice; after you reassemble and ride a bit check all the bolts/nuts for tightness. Those "special screws" loosened a couple of times on me. I ended up applying a tiny bit of Loctite Blue. That solved the problem.

The fork reflectors are only attached with double-stick tape. Grab 'em and twist a little and they'll pop right off. You can probably use goof-off to get the remaining adhesive off. I did, but mines not an S so no Ohlins :'(

[pitbull03]

Thanks for the replies!  Looking forward to installing these.

[quasto]

You should use a little lock tite on assembly of your new rear sets. The removal should take 20-30 min and be careful when removing the clutch side if you are using the kickstand for support. One of the mounting bolts holds the stand and rear set so best options would be a bike stand or extra set of hands.
As for the reflectors as stated above just grab them firmly and twist. It makes it easy if you heat them but not necessary. The double sided tape can be rubbed off with a good amount of thumb pressure. 
Proud owner of an 1100S

Jerry-

[pitbull03]

Thanks for the tip regarding the kickstand. I'll be sure to put the bike on the rear stand.  The reflectors are off and my thumb is raw.

[thruxton]

The removal should take 20-30 min and be careful when removing the clutch side if you are using the kickstand for support. One of the mounting bolts holds the stand and rear set so best options would be a bike stand or extra set of hands.
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Jerry-

it took me a lot longer to do this swap today, but i haven't much experience with mechanics and really had a hard time getting some of the bolts off at first. muscle won't do it! gotta use a long handled tool for leverage. you also have to figure out the puzzle of it all but if i can do it, anybody can 

thanks a lot for the tip on the kickstand. 

although i have always wanted a bike stand, never got around to it for some reason. while taking off the left rearset, it looked like possible trouble and i took your advice to heart as i pulled that bolt out. yes, indeed, the kickstand is off 

luckily, i was able to hold up my bike with my left hand while i hammered the kickstand into alignment with my right; and then i could insert the extra screw provided by rizoma.

i was a bit surprised that the pegs don't fold up (these and your levers always snap with low side accidents) but you can shell out more money to get those from rizoma. even so, i am very pleased overall. look great. do great. took me a lot longer than normal but feels good to do some work on your bike yourself. 

[pitbull03]

Weird.  My rearsets came with folding pegs.