Stock Rear Axle Nut Wrench + Extension

indr · January 22nd, 2011, 08:56 PM

So, has anyone here actually used the above combo to successfully loosened the rear axle nut without damage to the nut?

I ask because I am planning a somewhat long trip and those two tools are easier to carry than a 1/2" drive 15" breaker bar which is what I normally use to do chain adjustments.

Any recommendations for any other easy to carry tool/method to do this are also welcome.

kkim · January 22nd, 2011, 09:03 PM

I've never used the stock wrench on the 250R, but for dirt bikes, I carry light wrenches that fit the axle nut and stand on the wrench to break the nut loose. Try it and see if that method will work on the Ninja.

I can't see carrying around a breaker bar and appropriate socket.

JMcDonald · January 22nd, 2011, 09:43 PM

I've used it a few times, just to see how well it works, and it does the job just fine. To apply force, I just kick it with my heel and it loosens right up! I have never used the extension, and in fact didn't even realize it was an extension until a good bit later, and then only ever used it when adjusting the rear shock. Anyways, the fit was surprisingly tight for a cheap stamped wrench, and it has a mildly beefy construction (for a cheap stamped wrench), so I wouldn't be concerned about it not doing what you need it do. Of course, when doing that stuff I do typically use an actual socket and breaker bar, but it doesn't hurt to know your options!

But, in general, I can do (and have done) most typical work on my bike with the tools I keep in the trunk. I made a larger canvas bag to hold a few extra tools like a real screwdriver, a 1/4" socket driver, a 19mm wrench (for lowering the bike for my GF), and a small pouch with bits and allen keys and such. The rest of the tools are the stock ones, and they actually work surprisingly well, and I give kudos to Kawasaki for including an actual workable tool kit with the bike!

Cedilla · January 23rd, 2011, 11:17 AM

I wish I would have known that I had that wrench before I used a pair of pliers to loosen my rear axle bolt.

Lol, I need more tools.

Angel-be-Good · January 23rd, 2011, 01:47 PM

How long of a trip? Do you really need to adjust the chain before you get back?

indr · January 23rd, 2011, 02:25 PM

6000 km one way

indr · January 23rd, 2011, 02:32 PM

I think I might just get a 3/8 to 1/2 drive adapter and use a pipe over my 10 inch breaker bar to do the same. Or somehow strap the 15" bar to the frame.

indr · January 23rd, 2011, 02:35 PM

Or a pair of 10" Knipex cobra pliers. I know some of you don't like using them, but they're awesome. I have a 7" pair. That way I can toss away the breaker bar and the 22/24mm sockets. Lighter too.

CZroe · January 23rd, 2011, 02:57 PM

My axle and chain got inexplicably tight and I couldn't loosen it without it lifting the bike off the stand (axle inserted from the right; could not push down on opposite side due to passenger peg in the way). I even added the shock preload adjustment spanner wrench in the other side for extra leverage and it took me about two hours to loosen it with the tools I had.

January 22nd, 2011, 08:56 PM	#1
indr ninjette.org guru Name: . Location: . Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: 331	Stock Rear Axle Nut Wrench + Extension So, has anyone here actually used the above combo to successfully loosened the rear axle nut without damage to the nut? I ask because I am planning a somewhat long trip and those two tools are easier to carry than a 1/2" drive 15" breaker bar which is what I normally use to do chain adjustments. Any recommendations for any other easy to carry tool/method to do this are also welcome.

January 22nd, 2011, 09:43 PM	#3
JMcDonald ninjette.org sage Name: J Location: Oklahoma Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Posts: 771	I've used it a few times, just to see how well it works, and it does the job just fine. To apply force, I just kick it with my heel and it loosens right up! I have never used the extension, and in fact didn't even realize it was an extension until a good bit later, and then only ever used it when adjusting the rear shock. Anyways, the fit was surprisingly tight for a cheap stamped wrench, and it has a mildly beefy construction (for a cheap stamped wrench), so I wouldn't be concerned about it not doing what you need it do. Of course, when doing that stuff I do typically use an actual socket and breaker bar, but it doesn't hurt to know your options! But, in general, I can do (and have done) most typical work on my bike with the tools I keep in the trunk. I made a larger canvas bag to hold a few extra tools like a real screwdriver, a 1/4" socket driver, a 19mm wrench (for lowering the bike for my GF), and a small pouch with bits and allen keys and such. The rest of the tools are the stock ones, and they actually work surprisingly well, and I give kudos to Kawasaki for including an actual workable tool kit with the bike! __________________________________________________ Factory Pro Jet Kit, K&N R-0990 Pod Filter, Sportisi VR Black Exhaust, BRT TIS Ignition, White Paint, and 16/41 Sprockets. Soon: Maybe a 37T Rear Sprocket if I get things running like I'd hoped.

January 23rd, 2011, 11:17 AM	#4
Cedilla ninjette.org sage Name: Chris Location: Huntsville, AL Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 (sold) Posts: 755	I wish I would have known that I had that wrench before I used a pair of pliers to loosen my rear axle bolt. Lol, I need more tools. __________________________________________________ The Ninjette is not a disposable bike. You are not ever supposed to get rid of it. It is like a [friendly] herpes virus.... once you got it, you get keep it forever. Originally posted by-Headshrink

January 23rd, 2011, 01:47 PM	#5
Angel-be-Good ninjette.org guru Name: Ryan Location: San Francisco Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250, '11 Street Triple R Posts: 337	How long of a trip? Do you really need to adjust the chain before you get back? __________________________________________________ The Sunday Best \| Current mileage: 50,000

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January 22nd, 2011, 09:03 PM	#2
kkim Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: Too much.	I've never used the stock wrench on the 250R, but for dirt bikes, I carry light wrenches that fit the axle nut and stand on the wrench to break the nut loose. Try it and see if that method will work on the Ninja. I can't see carrying around a breaker bar and appropriate socket.

January 23rd, 2011, 02:25 PM	#6
indr ninjette.org guru Name: . Location: . Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: 331	6000 km one way

January 23rd, 2011, 02:32 PM	#7
indr ninjette.org guru Name: . Location: . Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: 331	I think I might just get a 3/8 to 1/2 drive adapter and use a pipe over my 10 inch breaker bar to do the same. Or somehow strap the 15" bar to the frame.

January 23rd, 2011, 02:35 PM	#8
indr ninjette.org guru Name: . Location: . Join Date: Nov 2010 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: 331	Or a pair of 10" Knipex cobra pliers. I know some of you don't like using them, but they're awesome. I have a 7" pair. That way I can toss away the breaker bar and the 22/24mm sockets. Lighter too.

January 23rd, 2011, 02:57 PM	#9
CZroe CPT Falcon Name: J.Emmett Turner Location: Newnan, GA Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 CP Blue EX250J, '97 unpainted EX250F, 2nd '97 unpainted EX250F (no engine), '07 black EX250F Posts: A lot.	My axle and chain got inexplicably tight and I couldn't loosen it without it lifting the bike off the stand (axle inserted from the right; could not push down on opposite side due to passenger peg in the way). I even added the shock preload adjustment spanner wrench in the other side for extra leverage and it took me about two hours to loosen it with the tools I had.