nochknstrps Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 http://www.maxijak.com/Just another tool to have in the garage or the pit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawi kid Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 that would make life alot easier for sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flounder Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 Ill pass.. I dont know that it would be all that helpful IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moto-Brian Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 Considering you can just use your foot to lift it and that you really need two hands to do the axle, hold the brake caliper, etc., this thing look bulky.Kind of a neat idea, but for at least $100? Nah... Watch the guys at an AMA or WERA event and see how they change tires... These are nowhere to be found. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawi kid Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 i always have trouble keeping everything straight while im trying to slide the axle through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 you have trouble keeping straight anyways kawi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawi kid Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 i try i really do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 I don't need it. I find it pretty easy and quick when I do it with just my rear stand, foot, and hands. I sit down and put one of my feet under the wheel which keeps it from falling. Everything is still in place when I remove the axle. Then I lift the caliper off and lay it across the swingarm. Then I pull the wheel towards me while removing my foot and it's all done. This tool in my opinion is a waste of money. It's a simple 1 man job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warpspeed Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 having a friend come over and help ya is alot easier and cheaper than that silly tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 You don't need no damn buddy help for a wheel removal warpspeed. Come on man! Get with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
that dude Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 after watching a few people work on mine, seems like a waste of a 100 spot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lost1888 Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 I will stick with my foot and use my $100 for gas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 I will stick with my foot and use my $100 for gas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4DAIVI PAI2K5 Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 I will stick with my foot and use my $100 for gas! im with this weetardd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 yeah, this is a lame idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warpspeed Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 You don't need no damn buddy help for a wheel removal warpspeed. Come on man! Get with it!the removal is cake its getting the caliper and wheel lined up is what is a pita....I've did it by meself though.Just saying that 2 more hands is better and cheaper than that silly tool if you think you need help. Oh and having 2 people to cuss at the bike instead of one helps too!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 the removal is cake its getting the caliper and wheel lined up is what is a pita....I've did it by meself though.Just saying that 2 more hands is better and cheaper than that silly tool if you think you need help. Oh and having 2 people to cuss at the bike instead of one helps too!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c7fx Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 the removal is cake its getting the caliper and wheel lined up is what is a pita....I've did it by meself though.Just saying that 2 more hands is better and cheaper than that silly tool if you think you need help. Oh and having 2 people to cuss at the bike instead of one helps too!!!! go get yourself a piece of PVC tubing same diameter as the axle I think its 3/4 inch (R6) and cut it long enough to hold the brake. But not long enough for the wheel. I placed a "T" piece at the end as a make shift handle.This will hold the caliper in place while you thread the axle from the other side. Also beveling the rear brake pads with a grinder will make it much easier to line up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 8, 2009 Report Share Posted April 8, 2009 Man some of you guys need to be more coordinated and utilize your hands and feet better. PCV, tire hoisters, etc... just for taking wheel off and on. FAIL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c7fx Posted April 9, 2009 Report Share Posted April 9, 2009 Man some of you guys need to be more coordinated and utilize your hands and feet better. PCV, tire hoisters, etc... just for taking wheel off and on. FAIL! Yeah I guess spending 1 dollar on some PVC is stupid when you can look like a bear in the circus changing a tire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flounder Posted April 9, 2009 Report Share Posted April 9, 2009 go get yourself a piece of PVC tubing same diameter as the axle I think its 3/4 inch (R6) and cut it long enough to hold the brake. But not long enough for the wheel. I placed a "T" piece at the end as a make shift handle.This will hold the caliper in place while you thread the axle from the other side. Also beveling the rear brake pads with a grinder will make it much easier to line up.Your method only works if the axle bolt is on the right side of the swingarm. You have to remember that on many bikes, (especially older bikes) the axle inserts from the right where the caliper is located and the axle bolt is on the left.Yes I know that some people just swap axle directions but most dont. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yotaman88210 Posted April 9, 2009 Report Share Posted April 9, 2009 Single sided swing arm' date=' FTMFW!![/quote'] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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