muleskinner
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posted March 24, 2007 05:35 PM
TOOLS NEEDED TO REMOVE FRONT TIRE
What allen wrench type tool are most people using to remove the front axle on the 12? It appears to be a large allen wrench with two different sizes. Also, where can one buy the tool?
  
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matt sterbator
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posted March 24, 2007 09:14 PM
An extension, and a 5/8 spark plug socket. Put the extension in the socket BACKWARDS, use the hex end of the socket on the big end of the axle. Leave the little allen bolts on the small side tightened.
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muleskinner
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posted March 25, 2007 08:22 AM
That makes sence. Thanks.
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muleskinner
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posted March 25, 2007 08:47 AM
Okay I found my 3/8" drive Snap On spark plug socket was too small. but my 1/2" drive spark plug socket was perfect. 1/2" drive is better for tightening it I would guess anyway.
While looking I found the protruding hex head on the drive end of my "Honda" brand, $47.00 oil filter wrench fits the small side perfectly. This is the oil filter wrench I ordered from my Honda dealer and about shit when they told me it was $47.00. Nice quality though! Use a strap wrench on the filter side and you now have a way to hold the small side if you want or need to.
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MAXIMUS
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posted March 25, 2007 03:23 PM
They sell that allen socket at most motorcycle shops, good thing is its pretty cheap.
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zx12richard
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posted March 26, 2007 10:38 AM
Get a 22mm bolt and weld 2 nuts on it,cheap and small enough to fit in your bikes Toolkit...
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thekaz
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posted March 26, 2007 10:43 AM
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Get a 22mm bolt and weld 2 nuts on it,cheap and small enough to fit in your bikes Toolkit...
HEY how come when ever I do this people look at me strange ???
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