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How do you remove bar end weights?

Published in Motorcycle Maintenance 1 min read

To remove bar end weights, you typically use a slide hammer with a hook attachment.

Here's a breakdown of the process using information from the provided YouTube video reference:

Steps to Remove Bar End Weights:

  1. Attach the Hook: Loop the hook of the slide hammer through the hole on the thumb screw of the bar end weight.

    • The video demonstrates this step at 1:57
  2. Apply Force: Give the slide hammer a few good whacks. The force exerted by the slide hammer will pull the bar end weight out.

    • As shown at 2:57, this is often all it takes to remove the weights.

Summary of Method:

Step Description
1 Attach slide hammer hook to thumb screw of weight
2 Use slide hammer to pull the weight out

By following these steps, you can effectively remove bar end weights. The key is to use a slide hammer, which will generate enough force to dislodge the weights.

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