Originally Posted by jeisenbe

Check out the info at http://hubstripping.wordpress.com/alfine-shimano/
Here's photos of disassembly: http://www.hubstripping.com/shimano-...rip/index.html

Alfine and Nexus hubs can be disassembled for relubrication, but it appears to be a complicated process. Personally, I'm going to let the bike shop handle that. Shimano now recommends lubricating with oil (they sell a special kit) after about a year: http://www.hubstripping.com/shimano-...s-oil-bath.jpg