Disconnect the brake and gear cables as shown
here. Then unscrew and remove all four QRs.
![200507 65905 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-65905-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Gently open the frame wide and detach it from the handle, one side at a time.
![200507 65831 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-65831-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Remove the handle.
![200507 65736 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-65736-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Use a 15mm wrench to unscrew the nuts.
![200507 65623 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-65623-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Remove the nuts and washers.
![200507 65336 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-65336-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Use a 4mm hex key and a 10mm wrench to unscrew the brake bolt.
![200507 65225 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-65225-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Remove the bolt and the washer.
![200507 63922 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-63922-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Rotate the elliptical washers, which are to be found on the inner side of the frame, as shown in the diagram below:
![200507 63906 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-63906-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Push the tire back once the washers are unlocked.
![200507 63722 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-63722-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
This will loosen the chain and you will be able to remove it.
![200507 63625 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-63625-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
To detach the front wheel, place your hands as shown in the pictures.
![200507 63591 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-63591-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Gently open the frame just enough to allow the axis of the wheel to come out.
![200507 63579 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-63579-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
If you're about to change the whole wheel, remove the elliptical washers and memorize their L&R positions.
Mounting back the wheel
![200507 62855 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-62855-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Put the elliptical washers back, but be careful about their L&R positions. The thumbs should always be pointing inwards.
![200507 62840 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-62840-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Insert the wheel into the frame and adjust the washers so that the wheel lays in its rearmost position.
![200507 63579 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-63579-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Put the chain back on.
![200507 62574 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-62574-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Use a slotted screwdriver to rotate the elliptical washer in both directions until there's enough tension in the chain.
![200507 63906 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-63906-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
The chain should be neither loose nor too tight.
![200507 61918 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-61918-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
The tire should be in the center of the frame. Rotate the elliptical washer in both directions to move it left and right while maintaining proper chain tension.
![200507 61720 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-61720-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Rotate the wheel and make sure it spins freely.
![200507 61703 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-61703-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Put the brake bolt back on.
![200507 61674 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-61674-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Don't forget the washer between the brake arm and the frame.
![200507 61485 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-61485-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Insert the bolt and tighten the nut securely.
![200507 61425 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-61425-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Install the ribbed washers and tighten the nuts firmly.
![200507 65648 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-65648-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Place back the handle.
![200507 61215 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-61215-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Tighten the four QRs well and then reconnect the brake and gear cables as shown
here.
![200507 61215 frontwheel3](https://halfbikes.com/uploads/200507-61204-frontwheel3-m.jpg)
Enjoy your ride!