03-03-2016, 12:52 AM
From honda the tool costs $90,
Theres a guy on ebay who makes them for reasonable prices.
A screwdriver or grinded socket really isnt the best method.
You only need that for the gorilla tight locknuts on the swingarm. The adjuster collars need be 1 or 2 ft lbs. If you go more the frame expands and can crack. The allen size for them is 21.
The tool is special so you can hold the collar stationary while you gorilla the locknut. You cant achieve that by other means.
Oh and you need a bolt with a double nut or welded nut to stick in there and hold the axle itself while you tighten it on the other side. Or an allen.
The ones for the main engine mounts can be left alone. Gently lower the motor while supporting the bike. Or put the motor on a support and lift the bike.
Prettymuch everything has to come off except the front end. I have a certain book I may be able to send you. And a transmissioon.
Theres a guy on ebay who makes them for reasonable prices.
A screwdriver or grinded socket really isnt the best method.
You only need that for the gorilla tight locknuts on the swingarm. The adjuster collars need be 1 or 2 ft lbs. If you go more the frame expands and can crack. The allen size for them is 21.
The tool is special so you can hold the collar stationary while you gorilla the locknut. You cant achieve that by other means.
Oh and you need a bolt with a double nut or welded nut to stick in there and hold the axle itself while you tighten it on the other side. Or an allen.
The ones for the main engine mounts can be left alone. Gently lower the motor while supporting the bike. Or put the motor on a support and lift the bike.
Prettymuch everything has to come off except the front end. I have a certain book I may be able to send you. And a transmissioon.