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Jon-W
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PostPosted: 11:44 - 03 May 2011    Post subject: ZX6-R Socket Set Reply with quote
Hi All,

Sorry for the stupid question but can anyone tell me what size socket I will need for loosening the rear axle nut on my ZX6R. The Hayne's manual just doesnt say. All it says is I need a socket set with a 3/8" Drive.

Help appreciated!
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chris-red
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PostPosted: 11:49 - 03 May 2011    Post subject: Reply with quote
Measure it.

A 1/2 drive would be better for the rear wheel bolt.
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Souleh
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PostPosted: 12:40 - 03 May 2011    Post subject: Reply with quote
B1H is a 32mm socket - Unsure of others sorry
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DaveH
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PostPosted: 13:34 - 03 May 2011    Post subject: Reply with quote
Souleh wrote:
B1H is a 32mm socket - Unsure of others sorry
My J2 and the ZX7R are also 32mm, make sure you get a deep socket Thumbs Up
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Souleh
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PostPosted: 13:55 - 03 May 2011    Post subject: Reply with quote
Sorry C1H is 32mm too, should know this since I swapped my swingarm.. lol
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herulach
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PostPosted: 19:55 - 03 May 2011    Post subject: Reply with quote
Just to confirm its usually stamped on the appropriate spanner that comes with the bikes toolkit.

Depending on the bike you may also need something to hold the other end of the axle
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Raffles
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PostPosted: 21:25 - 03 May 2011    Post subject: Reply with quote
If you are going to purchase a socket set then you should do as chris says and go for a 1/2 inch set. I have several sizes of socket drives though I very rarely use the 3/8 drive. I find that it is too cumbersome for small stuff and not robust enough for the manly jobs. I wouldn't rate your chances of removing a 32mm wheel nut with a 3/8 drive very highly.
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ZRX61
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PostPosted: 23:21 - 03 May 2011    Post subject: Reply with quote
Raffles wrote:
If you are going to purchase a socket set then you should do as chris says and go for a 1/2 inch set. I have several sizes of socket drives though I very rarely use the 3/8 drive. I find that it is too cumbersome for small stuff and not robust enough for the manly jobs. I wouldn't rate your chances of removing a 32mm wheel nut with a 3/8 drive very highly.


I just have a 1/2in breaker bar & the right socket for axles, no need to buy a complete 1/2in drive set for one nut.... Break it lose, then stick the socket on a 3/8-1/2in adaptor... & you can easily tighten it with the 3/8 ratchet.
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Raffles
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PostPosted: 23:54 - 03 May 2011    Post subject: Reply with quote
ZRX61 wrote:
I just have a 1/2in breaker bar & the right socket for axles, no need to buy a complete 1/2in drive set for one nut..

A breaker bar is one of the best tools anyone can buy. A good quality 1/2'' complete socket set should be owned by all bikers as a matter of course as a 3/8'' set is only really suitable for ''girly'' jobs. I use 1/4'' drive for small stuff and 1/2'' drive for stuff up to about 27mm. Anything above 27mm gets the 3/4'' treatment.
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