Rear Wheel problems

[Sfomoto_imp]

I have a 2013 CB1100 and I am having some serious issues with my rear wheel . I recently had a rear tire replaced, but mounting the rear wheel back on has been impossible. the last inch 1/2 of the rear axel does not go in and it keeps hitting something. I have done this job before several times but for whatever reason this time has been impossible. I am installing the wheel by myself, which is a pain. Any advice or tips are highly appreciated it

[LongRanger_imp]

Assuming all the spacers are lined up, it should go through. I place my foot under the tire to support it and then jiggle / shimmy the axle as I'm pushing it through. You shouldn't need it, but a wood or rubber mallet (even a 2x4) might help to persuade it through.

[the Ferret]

I stick a wedge of 2x4 wood cut on an angle under the tire to hold it while I assemble.

[LongRanger_imp]

I gotta buy me one of those 2x4 wedges!

[Sfomoto_imp]

Thank you all for the tips!! Ok I am going to try the 2X4 wedge and rubber mallet. I am sure my neighbors can hear me talking to the rear wheel as I keep trying

[GoldOxide_imp]

Sweet f-bombs?

[the Ferret]

Dont forget to smear some grease on the axle

[max]

Just to be sure; the nut is on the right hand side, +1 on the grease and be sure the brake system sits captive in the slot and can not rotate when the rear brake is operated, i'm sure you know this but still.....

[GoldOxide_imp]

Ensure the greased axle did not pick-up any tiny bits of stone, grit, metal filings, etc. from the ground, or similar.

[Rocky_imp]

I stick a wedge of 2x4 wood cut on an angle under the tire to hold it while I assemble.

That's exactly what I do and it works every time