Quick ? about F series axle nuts

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  1. naginalf

    naginalf Handy Schtroumpf

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    I'm looking at getting one of these wonderful multitasking tools,
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    And the 3/8" adapter:
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    And I was just wondering what the most common axle nut size is on the KTM and F series bikes that are popular enduro bikes. I don't think there's much I need a 24, 27, or 32mm spanner for on my own bike and since it doesn't matter which size I get, I figured I might as well get the most common size needed for other bikes that might need a hand with a tool or two.:pynd Probably a dumb question tho, since you probably always have the tools on hand, but if it doesn't matter, and I can be a tad more prepared, that would be good.
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  2. jackalsour

    jackalsour Xennial

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    I just ordered one of the 24mm ones with the ratchet adapter myself. Since they cost more and look a bit more awkward, I got a few of the normal tire levers as well. Not a bad idea though
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  3. GoneAgain

    GoneAgain Huh?

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    i contemplated getting a 24mm one too... but i wasnt sure that it would fit down in over the 800's axle nut... the ring spanner end seems fairly thick, and a socket 'just' fits down in there on the axle nut.....

    anyone confirm you can actually get it on the nut?


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  4. 1994klr250

    1994klr250 Long timer

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    I have the 24mm and it is to big to fit in the space for the rear axle nut.
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    casperghst42 Been here awhile

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    Remember that the 'Motion-Pro-3-8-Drive-Adapter-for-T6-Tire-Lever' is only good for 40nm, and the rear axel nut needs 100nm.

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  6. GoneAgain

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    coool! (well not really :deal) but as i suspected... :D


    thanks for the confirmaton :clap

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  7. sturgeon

    sturgeon Long timer

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    You guys must have smaller nuts than me :lol3:lol3

    My 24mm MP combo tire iron fits the rear axle nut on my F800GS just fine. It doesn't cover the entire nut, but certainly enough for me.

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  8. naginalf

    naginalf Handy Schtroumpf

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    Thanks for the pic and info Sturgeon. 24mm it is! That coincides with hondas as well apparently. Look like ktms are 27 tho. Thanks again!
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    trizzo Been here awhile

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  11. sturgeon

    sturgeon Long timer

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    Yabbut, the hex end of the tire iron itself is good for 122 Nm, no need for the adapter for that if you have the 24mm version :deal
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