What are you using as a preload adjustment tool?

[Raven]

I want to bump up the preload on my 2022 Ryker Sport with the KYB shock.
None of the adjuster tools I have will fit (go figure).
Went to the dealer to get one, he couldn't find one listed in his parts book.
The KYB shock has twin collars, one being a locking collar.
Just wondered what others are using.
Bruce.

 

[DickB]

Hammer and an aluminum bar.

 

[Gwolf]

Measure the OD of the locking ring.

Then try some of the sets on this page;

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=coil-over+spanner+wrenches&crid=3RBJ3LNU66JG2&sprefix=coil-over+spanner+wrenches%2Caps%2C99&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

Or look up the exact correct size if you only want to buy one.

Try Amazon or Grainger

Try searching for coil-over adjusting tools and put the size you need in the search box

 

[StalkyTracker]

I am using preload spanner wrench, a bit fiddly but works.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0027G4XZ8?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

 

[greer]

Hammer and brass bar, fiddly as all get out. I can't find it now, but a guy on youtube used a sink drain wrench.

Sarah

 

[Raven]

Stopped by a shop that rebuilt the forks on my last bike with the Ryker.
Rob one of the owners came out and had a look. Said he would be back in a minute.
Came back with a couple of wrenches, one from a KTM was perfect fit. Bought one.
The locking collar is being a PITA.
Might have to try the other one with a 3/8th breaker bar or the hammer and bar as a last resort.
Life goes on, one step forward, two back.

 

[Isopedella]

Take the weight off it before you attempt to move it and I always spray it a couple of squirts of penetrating oil the day before I attempt any job like this.

 

[Markubis]

^^^ That

Jack up the bike so the spring stretches out and releases some of the load.