(35.)Since the rear fender will be removed for paint, the LED taillight was taped into place from behind before the 18x5.5-inch wheel shod in 180mm Metzeler rubber was slid into place. A 200 could be used; however, we preferred the profile of the 180.
(36.)Both shocks were reinstalled through the swingarm and the frame rails. CV's strut covers were placed on top of the exposed frame rails and tightened. The filler panels were held into position to check for clearance. These need to be clearanced or more narrow ones need to be purchased.
(37.)CV supplies a beefy rear brake tab that was bolted into the threaded swingarm before the caliper was secured to the bracket.
(38.)Since the width of the swingarm has been increased, a new axle is needed. The 1-inch axle features an Allen bolt on one side and a threaded portion at the other to secure the new nut and washers. Scott slid the new axle blocks into the swingarm before sliding the axle through.
(39.)The saddlebag guards were bolted up to the CV saddlebag support and...
(40.)...the stock saddlebags were secured to their brackets. The 180 tire shown here is approximately 0.8 inches narrower than a 200mm tire. Since the fender was coming off for paint, the exhaust system was not reinstalled at this time.