how do i take the rear wheel off a kawi ex500?

Answer 1

Like any other bike?

I'm not sure it would be wise following directions off of this site, I advise to get a manual.

Answer 2

Always give "year", make, engine size and model # when asking questions.
-Put the bike on the center stand.
-Loosen the chain adjuster lock nuts & bolts (it'll be easier to take the wheel off and you'll have to adjust the chain tension when you're done).
-Remove the rear axle nut.
-Remove the clip, nut and bolt holding the torque link (long flat bar) from the brake panel.
-Remove the brake adjuster nut, the pin that the brake rod goes through and spring.
-Remove the axle (remember the order all the parts go and which direction the axle goes. I usuall put the parts back on the axle and set aside until re-assembly).
-Push the wheel foward and remove the chain.
-After the wheel is off the bike, remove the sprocket and holder from the wheel (just pull it off. There is a spacer in between the sprocket holder and wheel. Don't lose it and remember which way it goes for re-assembly).

To re-install -
-Put sprocket holder and brake panel on wheel (remember about the spacer).
-Slide wheel into swingarm and install chain.
-Install axle,spacers and chain adjusters.
-Install the spring, pin and brake adjuster nut.
-Install the bolt and nut holding the torque link (don't tighten yet).
-Adjust the chain tension to about 25mm of free play. At the half way point between the rear axle and center of countershaft sprocket, you should be able to move the chain up and down 25mm. The chain adjuster bolts should be adjusted equally.
-Tighten the axle nut.
-Double check the chain tension. Loosen the axle nut and re-adjust if necessary.
-Tighten the lock nuts on the chain adjuster bolts.
-Tighten the torque link nut and bolt and install the clip.
-Adjust the brake nut.
-Check and adjust the brake light switch. (the brake light should come on once the brake pedal activates the brake).
Have fun!