As bikes get larger and larger front axles, I'm finding it increasingly difficult to find a tool to remove the front wheel. Case in point, I just got an SV1000S that requires about a 24mm hex/allen wrench. I can't find one - and may need to resort to either a special (expensive?) Suzuki tool, or a big bolt head. How you guys deal with these large front axles?
-maddog
i don't have such an axle, i would buy a bolt and nut with 24 mm hex. put nut on bolt, cut off sny excess bolt. weld nut to bolt. now you can use a 24 mm socket to tighten/loosen the axle.
Check Discount Auto Parts...I think the cheapo set I bought there has one that big in it, but don't hold me to it. Or when in doubt, try Sears or Northern. Good luck.
one of the cheapo R6 tool is a chisel. I found one that is 19mm at Home Depot. you can cut it and use a 19mm socket, or like me, just put a box wrench around, make it easier to turn too.
just go to a Home Depot or lowes, and grab a 24mm wrench and see if any of the chisel handles fit it. I have seen 19mm's and bigger ones. Cost you $5. And now you have a chisel to fix things when you fall ;D :D
Now that's a heck of an idea. :D
A 5/8" coupling nut typically has 15/16" flats (23.8mm), and is typically ~2" long. Insert coupling nut into axle, then turn the exposed end, no welding required. See McMaster-Carr part number 93525A315 at http://www.mcmaster.com.
Hey those are some great ideas! I was looking at a chisel of mine last night and it looked to be about 19mm (too small). But if I can find a bigger one...
I really like that coupling nut idea. I looked at McMaster-Carr and yup, a 5/8" with 15/16" flats would probably do it. Kinda doubt that I'll find one that size at Home Depot though - may have to order through McMaster-Carr.
You can probably get it at your local construction supply shop. If they sell threaded rod, they'll have the coupler nuts most likely.
This should be the same size as the GSXR axles so checkout Circuit 1. For $12.95 they make a great tool that fits GSXR & R6 axles.
http://www.circuit1.com/img/products/GSXR_R1_axle_tool_small.jpg
http://www.circuit1.com/circuitone_products.html
I bought a bunch of stuff from them this year and was very pleased with the products and service.
Thanks Rob!
That Circuit1 tool is the ticket - I just ordered it. It's 19mm one one end (for Yamahas) and 24mm on the other end (for Suzukis). The coupler nut from McMaster-Carr was $30!. The Circuit1 tool was $13.
Nice...I might buy one for future use.
QuoteThis should be the same size as the GSXR axles so checkout Circuit 1. For $12.95 they make a great tool that fits GSXR & R6 axles.
Dude, you rock. Just bought an R6 for the street and discovered a need for this tool. $12.95 is a steal! Mucho Grasias!
Part number 93525A315 from McMaster-Carr is only $3.80. That's a lot less than $12.95...
Yes, you're right Tim, my mistake. I didn't look it up by the part number you gave - just browsed around the couplers and it said $30, but it also said grade 8, maybe that's why. Searched by part number and sure enough - $3.80. Anyway, it's a great, and cheap, idea. I'll remember it for next time.
Wow, you guys are cheap. ;D You pay $300 for a set of tires, but will risk a loose front axle (or a least hose up the front axle) because you do not want to spend $28.00 for a proper Snap-on socket allen wrench that is easy to torque, etc. :P
QuoteDude, you rock. Just bought an R6 for the street and discovered a need for this tool. $12.95 is a steal! Mucho Grasias!
Alexa let me know if you bought the tool. I could laser cut a tool for you. I did not suggest it above, because not too many people have access to metal cutting laser. Cut the size hex you want with either a 3/8 or 1/2 square in the center. Probably use 1/2 steel. Take a minute or so to cut.
What size is the Gixxer end of that Circuit1 tool?
My friend has a new ZX6RR and the front axle takes a 22mm - If the Circuit1 tool will fit, I'm gonna order one of those for him.
Otherwise, does anyone know where else to order a 22mm hex bit socket?
I couldn't find one on Master-Carr.