BMW Front Axle Removal Tool by Marc Parnes Products
R1200/K1200S/K1200R/K1200GT and F800 BMWs have a 22mm internal hex front axle. Being such an unusual size creates a problem for the owner when it comes time to remove the wheel without a special tool. It makes it even more difficult to torque the axle properly in the shop. To compound the problem BMW no longer supplies an axle tool with the bike. More importantly, if the need arises to remove the wheel out on the road a real challenge presents itself.
The tool pictured above is specifically designed as a shop tool as well as a rescue tool. It is 22mm on one end which mates with the front axle and 19mm or ¾" on the other end which can be used with a socket or box end wrench in the shop. As an added feature it comes with a stainless steel 6" breaker bar so it can be used in an emergency out on the road. The 22mm end is also equipped with a 3/8" square drive which can be used with a T45 Torx socket to loosen the front axle pinch bolt and caliper bolts so the wheel can be removed. It can also be used with a T50 Torx socket to remove the rear wheel bolts.
It's easily carried on board weighing less than 5 ounces complete with breaker bar.
When using the tool with the breaker bar please make sure the bar is fully through the tool so it can't slip out in use. In the shop you can use either a 19mm or ¾" socket. A 12 point socket will work but a 6 point will extend the tool's life. The 3/8" square drive is for emergency use and has been tested up to the torque needed to loosen properly torqued rear wheel bolts. Care should be exercised when using the 3/8" drive not to over torque it or it will shear off. The 3/8" drive is not equipped with a spring loaded socket retention ball like a regular ratchet has so please use it accordingly.
Recommended torques are:
Front axle - 50 NM or 37 ft-lbs
Front Caliper Bolts - 30 NM or 22 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Bolts - 60 NM or 44 ft-lbs
BMW Spark Plug Cap Removal Tool
May we suggest that you upgrade your R1150 2 Spark and R1200 spark plug cap removal tool? The factory supplied plastic tool slips off the cap easily and is prone to breakage. Recommended by Jim Von Baden and featured in his popular BMW R11xx/R1200 Maintenance DVD, our tool is CNC machined from aluminum and will not damage the cap or wear out. It's small enough to carry in your tool roll measuring just 1 ½" by 1 ¼" and weighing less than 2 ounces. If you would like one please place your order on the Order Form below. For more pictures and information please visit the Plug Cap Tool page.
BMW Oil Filter Wrench
Our BMW Universal Oil Filter Wrench works on all BMW motorcycle spin-on filters. It's no longer necessary to have separate wrenches for your early and late bikes. This one does them all! It's equipped with a hex drive that utilizes either a 19mm or 3/4" socket. Machined from 6061 T6 aluminum billet on CNC equipment, it's beautifully finished and will last a lifetime. If you would like one please place your order on the Order Form below.
New info: I was just told that the wrench will not clear the shift lever on the K1200S. I am researching.
Update: I received the following from Jeff Nance: Just received the oil filter wrench for my 07 K1200GT and it will work fine. Just have to back off the bolt that holds the lever to the bracket and it will clear.
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