Need to remove exhaust for tire removal?

[Phil]

Does anyone know if its possible to remove the rear tire with the stock exhaust still in place on a 450? It doesn't appear to be possible, but maybe I am just missing something.

Thanks!

[bonanzadave]

Probably just have to remove the shocks to get the axle bolt out either above or below the exhaust.

[Phil]

Probably just have to remove the shocks to get the axle bolt out either above or below the exhaust.

Yup that was dumb easy thing that I was missing!

Sometimes the obvious stuff passes me by.

[razor02097]

Like what dave said I then put a block under the tire to prop it up so I can remove the axle.