650GD Front wheel not centered...missing a spacer?

[allojohn]

So, when loosening up the triple tree, I assume one must get the motorcycle supported under the front of the frame so it doesn't all come crashing down?

And that can be a little tricky. I had the pipes off at the time so I could support the front of the frame. You don't need to loosen the triple tree bolts so much that they slide down the forks, just loosen enough to allow movement.

[Agemax]

just put some weight on the back of the bike, or use tie down straps so the front wheel is just a mm or 2 off the ground. free enough to move about but wont go anywhere.