Center 4 7mm Handlebar Bolts won't budge, Help!

[1SpyderGal]

Hi, I just tried to install a Techmount for my GPS onto the two bottom 7mm original brp hex bolts on the center of the handlebar. I used a socket wrench with extension and a 7mm socket, I'm a strong women but those bolts just won't budge. It's like their welded on. How do you guys get these damn bolts off? I watched videos on YouTube and they have no trouble getting them off, so,what's up with mine? Do I have to buy a torque wrench to remove these and if so what size?

 

[robtdonna]

Probably BRPs infamous locktite issue again. No a torque wrench won't help, unless the handle is much longer than what you are using. Better off getting a breaker bar (long non-ratcheting handle) for your socket. Or use a long piece of tubing slipped over the handle of your ratchet wrench, I use my floor jack handle.

One other trick, try to TIGHTEN the bolt...just a little, it'll sometimes break the seal on the locktite then you can back it off.

 

[fastfraser]

Just need a little more umph . Those bolts have lock-tite on them .

 

[Spyder 42]

I hear you! I bunged up 2 of the bolt heads when my Allen head slipped out. Make sure that you are keeping the breaker bar perpendicular to the bolt

 

[Chupaca]

Try this

usually putting the wrench, allen, torx or socket, and hit it with a hammer a few times will help break up the locktite. An impact driver would be best but not many have one at home...:thumbup:

 

[HankD]

I snapped two Craftsman 7mm hex bits off like twigs trying to get those handlebar bolts off using a long handled heavy duty breaker wrench. When I finally got them off they each had about 1/2 tube of yellow thread locker on them. Don't feel bad, it's not a woman/guy thing.....they are a pain in the ***.

 

[ofdave]

good advice here
breaker bar works, but like chupaca said-give a tap to tighten, then pull like hell to loosen
they are tighter than the hinge on my wallet

 

[ARtraveler]

All good advice above. Perhaps they should train the installers in how to un-install the bolts. They may end up using a bit less of that locktite. :thumbup:

 

[CESchmutz]

Put your Hip into It

I stood on the left side of the bike with my left hip bracing the bars to keep them from twisting while I torqued on the bolts with a ratchet and long extension. Keep the bit down in the head of the bolt. I didn't need it, but I also laid a couple of microfiber towels on the "tank" just in case anything slipped. Years of working on my own gear have made me wise.

 

[Little Blue]

Tight Bolts

ALL GOOD TIPS. Spyder Locktite Can/Usually is an Issue for most service. :f_spider: