Bolt sizes

So my new VFR has all of 330 miles on it, and i got a flat in the rear. I need to pull the rear off to go get it fixed...anyone know the size of the lug nuts/bolts that hold the exhaust on? Thanks!

 

Lug nuts require 19mm socket, I think the bolt/nut holding the muffler are 12mm. I just loosened my muffler and swung it out of the way, did not remove it.

 

What? No tool kit with that brand new bike?

 

Thanks, that's exactly what i needed. Got the wheel off and at a shop getting a new tire put on now. I didn't even think to check the tool kit...no clue what's in there...lol.

 

Your tool kit has a small assortment of tools for emergency repairs. I would suggest they all have at least the capabilities to remove a wheel in the event of a flat such as what you had. Probably has your chain adjusting tool which is worth its weight in gold. That is the first thing to usually dissappear as the bike transfers from person to person. I am assuming you have a brand new bike, being a n eighth gen 2014 or better? Can't help you with where that kit is stored but on the 6th gen, the kit is stored under the seat.

 

yea, i found the kit. didn't think to look last night.

i got the bike all back together...new issue. apparently my harbor freight torque wrench allowed me to sheer the lug stud when torquing to 80 ft/lbs. i swear...i can't catch a break...

 

You need to learn of first torque to 1/2 value, then 3/4 with uncalibrated wrenches. Get a good wrench. At the Honda Auto shop where I work, they have dedicated Honda torque wrenches for the lug nuts.

 

agreed Ally. To be honest, i know to do that (previously have done internal work on my car), jsut never dealt with picky/finicky lug studs before. if anything my normal issue is not getting the lug nuts tight enough. lesson learned though, honda's can't take torque...

still itching to get my bike back...