Torque wrench required

[brianmaslen]

I know there are other threads on torque wrenches but can someone tell me what range I require to carry out DIY repairs on a 1200GS please? Is 80NM high enough, I don't want to purchase anything as classy/expensive as Snap On but would like one that can do the odd job such as torqueing wheel bolts, crash bars etc and compact preferably.

 

[brianmaslen]

Bump; can anyone offer advice please?

 

[Timpo]

Teng tools do a decent range for home diy bike mechanics.
One of these for the small stuff:-
http://www.teng.co.uk/product-details.asp?prod_id=1493
And one of these for the bigger stuff:-
http://www.teng.co.uk/product-details.asp?prod_id=1494

So for less than £70, you have two torque wrenches that will cover most tasks on your bike.

Timpo.

 

[brianmaslen]

Thanks Timpo, they look good, maybe I will have to go for two. Can anyone advise me torque range for DIY jobs on a 1200GS please. As original post.

 

[Timpo]

Thanks Timpo, they look good, maybe I will have to go for two. Can anyone advise me torque range for DIY jobs on a 1200GS please. As original post.

I should tell you to....
But I won't, instead try here:-
http://www.r1200gs.info/misc/torque.html

Timpo.

 

[brianmaslen]

Now that is spot on Timpo, I reckon up to about 70nm should do me for home maintenance, I certainly wouldn't get into engine strips or gearbox rebuilds, just the usual day to day stuff.
If I had a manual I would have looked...eventually. I'm in IT Sales so actually reading manuals is against all the principles!