Front axle tool-Where do I buy it.

[djsb 493]

I'd like to remove the front wheel to check the bearings and I need a LARGE hex key to remove the axle. Has anyone bought such a tool anywhere? I'm hoping I don't have to buy a Honda "SPECIAL" tool just to remove the front wheel. Thanks.

[ted 5,759]

17mm hex key needed, same as many Japanese bikes these days....

 

I use one in a similar set to this.... http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0001K9WM6/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE

[Guest robin]

You could use a 17mm bolt with a couple of nuts on very tight/welded. Or buy an Allen key.

Edited May 17, 2015 by robin

[Derek_Mac 1,404]

 You'll also find them on Fleabay, search for "Motorcycle front axle tool".

 They're priced from £6.99 (including postage) upwards.

[Guest Carl_L]

I bought a Bergen 10 piece set some time ago. Great quality & a decent price when you look at the price of an individual bit from your favourite high st motor accessories store.

[djsb 493]

Thanks everyone. I've ordered a 1/2 inch drive 17mm hex bit off that auction site.

[Guest Tibs]

I use one that's sold for undoing sump plugs. It's not much more than a short piece of hex bar that you can either pop into a socket or turn with a spanner. 

[TheEnglishman 401]

Or phone the local metal dealers and scrappies, pop down and rummage through their skips - you might get lucky.

[michael 324]

I was delighted to learn my 17 mm hex from my old BMW LT was a perfect fit! Amazing what one finds in the rear most reaches of the tool chest.