You probably won't need this if you're a hack and typically choose to use inappropriate tools like an adjustable wrench, large vice grips, or hammer. If you are that type of person, you are done reading now! :biggrin: I have managed to find a relatively inexpensive place to locate the coveted 46mm socket required to remove the axle nut on VFR's. I purchased this socket because it is necessary to remove the axle when changing the rear disk rotor. You will need this socket if you want to remove the axle nut and then to torque the nut correctly upon reassembly. This retailer sells the socket for $13.99 plus shipping. The socket is high quality, guaranteed for life and the retailer will provide any needed warranty support. I researched the heck out of this and have seen these sockets priced as high as $50.00, without shipping! I paid $24.99 with 2-3 day shipping and insurance. Please Note: this socket is 3/4" drive so you will also need a 3/4" x 1/2" adapter to attach to a 1/2" torque wrench, or a 3/4" x 3/8" adapter if you have a 3/8" drive torque wrench, if you don't already have one. The company is: AutopartSmart Bradford, PA 16701 Toll Free Phone: (877)362-3221
I am totally surprised that you didn't buy the $55.00 Ducati one....:biggrin: Sears didn't have any I did look at Harbor Freight, although I went there to but a digital caliper and a 10' extension cord and typically haven't used many of their tools, no dice.
Oh, you mean the 1-13/16th" socket that came with my 3/4" drive set? 46mm=1.81" 1-13'16th"=1.8125" Close enough for me!
Correct? Hmmmm - you got me - I had to jump up and go the tool box and see what I used. Mines a 1 - 13/16 with half inch drive I bought at the local tool crib. I think I gave about 30 bucks for it. Spec on the nut is 150 ft-lbs - dunno about a 3/8 drive, I havent seen any 3/8 torque wrenches go that high. -- What is your holding method to torque that sucker on there? MD
I don't use a 3/8" for anything over 60 lb/ft. I have a 1/2" drive for that bad boy 50-300 lb/ft. I was going to follow the instructions in the service manual and have somebody sit on the bike and hold the brake pedal down.
Sorry - I was messing with ya.... I found the service manual method pretty futile. :censored: (I typed something else but erased it.) So like you - I am cursing a storm on this fricken big nut over powering the brake. I'm thinking screw this, theres gotta be sumthin better. Yank the wheel off and scratch my head - how to hold this damn thing. I'm sitting on the ground lookin at it and accidently bump into this 10 foot plank leaning against the wall that falls over. Oh no way :doh: The board is a foot wide. I grab the thing and mark the wheel hole pattern on one end and drill holes in the board so it goes over the lug bolts on the bike and torque the lug nuts on. Now the board is a long torque arm, that rests against the floor. Another duh! I had my buddy sit on the bike and brake just in case - but it worked like a champ The bikes on the center stand of course... MD
