2020 1250 RT front axle tool

[ramble]

Looking for the hex tool that fits the axle for torquing the bolt. Best described as a Hex plug, about 2 in. long. Anyone know the size and source for ordering, Amazon?

 

[drew]

This is what I use (no affiliation):

https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle...KqBaBR2r2AVSEAQYAyABEgJKx_D_BwE&sku_id=174005

 

[Boxflyer]

You don't need anything to turn the axle since it's not threaded into the opposite fork leg like the HexHead/CamHead bikes.
The axle is tightened to 30Nm with the M12x20 bolt and then the 2 lower pinch bolts are tightened to 19Nm, so the axle pushes straight in and out rather than having any radial effort applied to it.

 

[ramble]

OK BoxFlyer, but one has to hold the axle somehow to torque the bolt, right? Nice straight forward video, Thanks

 

[Boxflyer]

Not really, the Quick Release Axle shoulder is pulling tight into the RH fork leg when you are applying the torque on the M12 bolt on the LH side and so the axle does not turn...this is my experience over 12yrs of doing front axles on BMW bikes.
Yes, you need the above listed tool for the R1200 HexHead/CamHead and the K bikes, but not the WetHeads/ShiftHeads with the "Quick Release Axle"...that's why they call it that.

 

[ramble]

Alright, thanks again. Nice that you mentioned all the tool sizes and torque values, noted and filed. That muffler clamp socket is not one that I would have carried , but do now.

 

[Boxflyer]

You might like to use these as a reference around your garage as well.
The Panel Screw sheets I get printed on 12x18in paper at FedEx Office and then use spray glue to mount them to a double layer thickness of dollar store foam core board.
Just poke the screws right thru the print into the foam core board as you take the screws out...it is handy for the first time you work on your bike to "un-screw" where the screws really should be!
Brad

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-kgaPFnSzWcxbRdg6e9rA4_PMfgoULE3/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18HbJdS71olkK3n7VNEl51XFbSyoCCP-7/view?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fjmj6-zxVi1KkNiWBKaj8tfMmMKfooZd/view?usp=sharing

 

[PoorUB]

OK BoxFlyer, but one has to hold the axle somehow to torque the bolt, right? Nice straight forward video, Thanks

I had a 2018 RT. It should be the same front end assembly. I never used a hex axle tool. I would slide the axle in place, run in the nut, tighten the clamp on the left leg and torque the axle nut. Then loosen the left side clamp and make sure it is "settled in" and retighten the clamp.

 

[ramble]

I notice the use of anti-seize on the exhaust. Will the silver anti-seize work or burn off? Is there a high temperature anti-sieve for exhausts.

 

[WWeldin]

You can use copper anti-sieze for high temps, but I have viewed videos that recommend keeping it dry . I always clean the mating areas with a wire wheel.

Your kilometers may vary.

 

[yeehastephen]

Motion Pro has em'. I got mine at the local Cycle Gear.

Hex Axle Tool 17,19,22,24 mm, Chromoly - Motion Pro

Motion Pro - High quality cables, tools and controls for motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles and personal watercraft.

www.motionpro.com

 

[88bmwjeff]

You might like to use these as a reference around your garage as well.
The Panel Screw sheets I get printed on 12x18in paper at FedEx Office and then use spray glue to mount them to a double layer thickness of dollar store foam core board.
Just poke the screws right thru the print into the foam core board as you take the screws out...it is handy for the first time you work on your bike to "un-screw" where the screws really should be!
Brad

Sorry to hijack this thread a bit, but are there Panel Screw sheets like that for the GS?

 

[Boxflyer]

Yes...BUT...it's an older version with a poor copy of the R1200 Torque Sheet.
I'll include the link to it on my GoogleDrive, so use it with the caveat that it is not accurate and needs to be updated.
Since I have not owned a WetHead GS, my interest in producing lots of GS specific Shop Aids is lacking...sorry.
Brad
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1evba42QwfZTP28QWEncFbFamSp5sUFn0/view?usp=sharing

 

[88bmwjeff]

Thanks Brad