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Old May 9, 2006 | 10:35 AM
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I was just heading over to Sears to pick up some tools for my Bike but I can't quite remember if the bike uses the Torx or Hex bits. I'm pretty sure its the torx but don't want to buy the wrong tools and have to make a return trip and I don't have my owners manual with me. Little help please???

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Old May 9, 2006 | 10:44 AM
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You will need both torx and hex (allen). If you get a set of torx bits, make sure the set includes a T-27 bit. (Some sets do not include that one and you will need it.)
 
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Old May 9, 2006 | 10:56 AM
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Thanks RH, thats just what I need to know...


 
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Old May 9, 2006 | 11:16 AM
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Default RE: Torx or Hex

You will also need the allen bit that is one size bigger than one comes in most kits. I needed it to take the AC Cover off. Hope that helps
 
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Old May 9, 2006 | 11:57 AM
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Default RE: Torx or Hex

On my Dyna I use the torx bit just to get the screw off, then I replace with a SS allen.

Torx screws are a headache waiting to happen


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Old May 9, 2006 | 03:28 PM
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Who came up with using torx on a motorcycle anyway.[sm=badidea.gif]
 
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Old May 10, 2006 | 04:28 PM
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make sure you get a No.27 torx, most sets don't come with it and you need it for the derby and primary inspection.
 
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Old May 10, 2006 | 04:45 PM
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Get an Easy-out set too. Never fails, at least one Torx head is going to strip out on whatever part you are trying to remove.
 
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