Torx set
Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2014 10:56 am
Can anybody recommend a nice mini set of torx keys with a ratchet handle that is compact enough to pack away either under the seat or the storage compartment ?
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Torx set
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Re: Torx set
Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2014 4:27 pm
If you are in the UK, have you tried machinemart ?
Re: Torx set
Posted: Sun Jul 27, 2014 7:05 pm
Again if you are in the UK Halfords pro series 1/4" drive gear is very good for the money and quite compact.
Re: Torx set
Posted: Mon Jul 28, 2014 1:10 pm
Yes am in the UK so will have to do more browsing :-)
Re: Torx set
Posted: Sun Jan 04, 2015 4:43 pm
Okay standby for a dumb question is it only torx head will fit the 1200rt or will others. If only torx what sizes do I need. I am not a fetler but not afraid to remove cosmetic covers to clean the bike.
Re: Torx set
Posted: Sun Jan 04, 2015 4:50 pm
I bought a nice set of "star" screwdrivers from Halfords on officer for £10. Not small enough for under the seat but great for the garage.
Re: Torx set
Posted: Sun Jan 04, 2015 4:58 pm
Picked this set up of Ebay, nice compact size and carried on the Bike, Open Link to view;
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bergen-Tools- ... 3a8598f00c
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bergen-Tools- ... 3a8598f00c
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Re: Torx set
Posted: Mon Jan 05, 2015 12:14 pm
Silverline do a couple of Torx Socket Sets,
T10 - T40 1/4" & 3/8" Drive, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... try/763566
T40 - T60 3/8" Drive, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... try/580431
plus a Double Head Ratchet Handle, 1/4" & 3/8" Drive, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... les/675224
It's surprising how few different sizes you need, all of which will fit in the standard BMW tool roll under the seat.
T10 - T40 1/4" & 3/8" Drive, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... try/763566
T40 - T60 3/8" Drive, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... try/580431
plus a Double Head Ratchet Handle, 1/4" & 3/8" Drive, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... les/675224
It's surprising how few different sizes you need, all of which will fit in the standard BMW tool roll under the seat.
Re: Torx set
Posted: Mon Jan 05, 2015 12:24 pm
Hi DaygloDavid. out of interest, what Tools do you carry, regarded as essentials then ?
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Re: Torx set
Posted: Mon Jan 05, 2015 12:45 pm
I carry sufficient tools to remove plastics & wheels.
From what I can remember, without getting the tool kit out as the bike is currently tucked away, the following:-
Small Torx bits & Driver for plastics
Torx bits (3/8" Socket Drive) for front caliper bolts, axle pinch bolt, exhaust clamp (T45) & rear wheel bolts (T50)
3/8" Ratchet Wrench + short extension for rear wheel bolts
Wheel Spindle key & 19mm Spanner
Not forgetting your UK/European Breakdown Cover, Credit/Debit Card & Mobile Phone. 
From what I can remember, without getting the tool kit out as the bike is currently tucked away, the following:-
Small Torx bits & Driver for plastics
Torx bits (3/8" Socket Drive) for front caliper bolts, axle pinch bolt, exhaust clamp (T45) & rear wheel bolts (T50)
3/8" Ratchet Wrench + short extension for rear wheel bolts
Wheel Spindle key & 19mm Spanner
Not forgetting your UK/European Breakdown Cover, Credit/Debit Card & Mobile Phone.
Re: Torx set
Posted: Mon Jan 05, 2015 12:56 pm
I'd better add to my kit then, there's a few bits listed there I had not considered......thanks :-\
Re: Torx set
Posted: Mon Jan 05, 2015 1:29 pm
Just checked in the garage, out of this set, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... try/580431,
I only have the T45 & T50 sizes in the bike tool kit, plus other small sizes for the plastics.
(The standard BMW tool kit has the T25 & T30 Torx keys, plus a screwdriver with reversible blade)
Extension Bar, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... les/196508
19mm Spanner, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... nners/LS19
Front Wheel Spindle Key, http://www.mandp.co.uk/productinfo/5394 ... pindle-Key
I only have the T45 & T50 sizes in the bike tool kit, plus other small sizes for the plastics.
(The standard BMW tool kit has the T25 & T30 Torx keys, plus a screwdriver with reversible blade)
Extension Bar, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... les/196508
19mm Spanner, http://www.silverlinetools.com/en-GB/Pr ... nners/LS19
Front Wheel Spindle Key, http://www.mandp.co.uk/productinfo/5394 ... pindle-Key
Re: Torx set
Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2015 12:09 pm
Contents of tool kit on bike:-
Screwdriver handle with 2 reversible blades, No.1 & No.2 star-head and 3/16" & 1/4" plain tips, plus adaptor for T20, T25 & T30 Torx bits,
T25 & T30 Torx wrench (standard BMW toolkit),
Motrax 19x24x22 front wheel axle tool + 19mm spanner,
T45 & T50 Torx socket 3/8" drive + 75mm 3/8" extension bar + 3/8" drive ratchet handle.
All fit into the tool roll under the seat.
Screwdriver handle with 2 reversible blades, No.1 & No.2 star-head and 3/16" & 1/4" plain tips, plus adaptor for T20, T25 & T30 Torx bits,
T25 & T30 Torx wrench (standard BMW toolkit),
Motrax 19x24x22 front wheel axle tool + 19mm spanner,
T45 & T50 Torx socket 3/8" drive + 75mm 3/8" extension bar + 3/8" drive ratchet handle.
All fit into the tool roll under the seat.
Re: Torx set
Posted: Tue Jan 06, 2015 4:33 pm
The Clarke PRO199 3/8" Drive Extendable Ratchet from Machine Mart, looks like a nice tool to have, if it will fit into the tool roll.
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/prod ... ils/pro199
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/prod ... ils/pro199
Re: Torx set
Posted: Wed Jan 07, 2015 11:42 am
Bought this from Machine Mart, Clarke PRO 39 8-Pce TX Tamper Proof Bit Set, not ratchet but a good selection of small Torx sizes.
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/prod ... of-bit-set
If you are looking for a ratchet drive, here are a couple of options which can be used with the Torx bits from above.
Laser 4002 1/4" Drive Ratchet With Bit & Socket Adaptor
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/prod ... -bit-socke
13 Piece Offset Ratchet Screwdriver and Bit Set
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/prod ... and-bit-se
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/prod ... of-bit-set
If you are looking for a ratchet drive, here are a couple of options which can be used with the Torx bits from above.
Laser 4002 1/4" Drive Ratchet With Bit & Socket Adaptor
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/prod ... -bit-socke
13 Piece Offset Ratchet Screwdriver and Bit Set
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/prod ... and-bit-se