Help with front caliper rebuild on a 1995 BMW K75 RT - how to remove ABS Sensor

[k-roc]

Hi, I recently got my hands on a 1995 BMW K75RT and need to rebuild the front calipers.  I have been looking at various sources on the internet and a CLYMER Manual.  Removal of the left caliper is straightforward and this is off an ready to be rebuilt.  I am struggling a bit with the right caliper as it appears that one needs to remove the ABS Sensor.  I can get a Torx bit on the more exposed hex bolt, but the other is more hidden. 

Would anyone have so guidance in terms of removing the ABS Sensor so I can rebuild the caliper. 

Also is it possible to spilt the caliper and do the rebuild that way without removing the ABS Sensor.

Thanks so much for any suggestions!

[Laitch]

Have you removed the right-side caliper with the sensor attached?

[k-roc]

Yes, the sensor is still attached, but the caliper assembly with attached ABS sensor wire are supported with a bungee cord, while the brake line and the feed pipe between the right and left are detached from the caliper.  I didn't want to force things.  Will see if I can split the caliper and use the kit while it is on the bike.

[Laitch]

I suggest you decouple that sensor sensor wire. Rehabilitating the caliper on a clean, level, stable surface will improve chances of a successful outcome if you intend to split the caliper. If it were my job, I'd try to find the wire connector, but I'm a by-the-book drudge and rarely in a hurry when working with machinery.

[The Mighty Gryphon]

As I recall, the connector is under the tank on the left side. 

[k-roc]

Thanks!  I managed to get the calipers rebuilt.  I rebuilt the right one without disconnecting the abs sensor wire.  Flushed the brake fluid starting at the ABS unit and then the front calipers.

[frankenduck]

 You need either a longer T25 bit or a T25 driver to get the sensor off.

[k-roc]

Thanks Frankenduck!