What size is the end of the tool that fits in the fork damper inside the fork?
The nut size to remove the lower tube on the front forks is 7/8″ which is the head size of most 5/8″ bolts. So you buy a 5/8″ bolt and weld it to a piece of solid rod which needs to be about 2 foot long with a right angle bend in the end so you can grip it. david@kz1300.com A: As a side note to this post, I always use an anti-seize compound on ANY bolt I thread into aluminum including the spark plug threads. It’s a little messy to use, but if you’ve ever had a spark plug seize on you where you stripped the threads in the head getting it out, you’ll use anti-seize from then on. A super penetrating oil should be available at your auto parts that can help on problems like these sometimes. Be sure and give it plenty of time to soak in and do it’s job before you try to break the bolts loose. david@kz1300.com Q: Is there another way to install the steering bearing cups without the factory tools? A: The answer is yes, you can replace the cups without special tools if you’re careful. Insert an
