A rider knows the hassle of removing hollow wheel spindles. Large Allen keys can be expensive, and using bolts as substitutes is risky. The locked nuts can unwind under torque, causing damage or injury. Many riders have faced this while dealing with corroded spindles left ungreased after tyre changes.
Machine Mart now offers a safer, cheaper option. The Blue Spot 3/8in Motorcycle Spindle Tool costs £7.19 and fits spindle heads that need 17, 19, 22, or 24mm hex fittings. It works with a 3/8in drive ratchet, or a 1/2in ratchet with a step-down adaptor. Riders can also use a torque wrench of the same drive to tighten the spindle accurately.
The tool is made from solid steel bar and designed to last through years of use. Its small size makes it easy to store in a toolbox or carry on longer trips. For riders maintaining their own bikes, it offers four key sizes in one compact tool.
Details and specifications for the Blue Spot 3/8in Motorcycle Spindle Tool are available on the Machine Mart website.
My two cents…
If you’ve ever tried yanking out a hollow wheel spindle, you know the pain. Those giant Allen keys? Stupid money. Using bolts instead? Yeah, enjoy your “flying metal plus scraped knuckles” experience. Greaseless spindles practically weld themselves in, because of course they do. Machine Mart’s tossed us a lifeline: the Blue Spot 3/8in Motorcycle Spindle Tool, four hex sizes (17, 19, 22, 24mm) for a mere £7.19. Works with standard ratchets, even torque wrenches if you’re into precision over brute force. Solid steel, pocket-sized, and cheaper than your last beer tab. Finally, a garage tool that actually earns its keep.
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