C-Spanners

[Lateralus]

So it turns out I need a c-spanner to adjust the chain tension on my bike, which should have been in the bike's tool kit. However, the tool kit turned out to be empty.

I've been having a look around, and Triumph ones (where available) seem to be about £15, but also somewhat flimsy-looking.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Triumph-Chain-Hub-Tool-Daytona-Sprint-ST-Speed-Triple-Made-in-Stainless-Steel-/263093101539?hash=item3d419223e3:m:mrHdDikUjEPf6jrFapjK6Bg

Can anyone point me in the right direction for one that's worth getting?

[TimR]

https://www.fowlersparts.co.uk/parts/view/T2301425?gclid=CjwKCAjw8IXMBRB8EiwAg9fgMERNxEGecFRfM7ttSKfFazOgc2doFuAPKSed0g6Q2YRtBnq2RJ2XUhoC1Q8QAvD_BwE

Genuine triumph at £5.74

[RantMachine]

Haven't got any C spanners. Will C beams do?

[Lateralus]

https://www.fowlersparts.co.uk/parts/view/T2301425?gclid=CjwKCAjw8IXMBRB8EiwAg9fgMERNxEGecFRfM7ttSKfFazOgc2doFuAPKSed0g6Q2YRtBnq2RJ2XUhoC1Q8QAvD_BwE

Genuine triumph at £5.74

 

Doesn't list the Tiger Sport there - will it just be a generic size?

[TimR]

https://www.fowlersparts.co.uk/parts/view/T2301425?gclid=CjwKCAjw8IXMBRB8EiwAg9fgMERNxEGecFRfM7ttSKfFazOgc2doFuAPKSed0g6Q2YRtBnq2RJ2XUhoC1Q8QAvD_BwE

Genuine triumph at £5.74

 

Doesn't list the Tiger Sport there - will it just be a generic size?

 

Unsure wasn't aware which bike you had and that was first one that poppedup ..

Complete tool kit

263059630854 item number on ebay

Or part number for triumph T2300993

[exportmanuk]

Hi

The triumph C spanner for the concentric hub is useless too short and wobbly I bought a purpose made one from Amazon. then sold the bike Got a R1200RT instead

Its now used as a hook to hold my keys. If your round the Manchester area its yours for a tenner

Its like this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Triumph-Chain-Hub-Tool-Daytona-Sprint-ST-Speed-Triple-Made-from-Stainless-Steel/292186202506?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D83d3fdf096e94309bb6e830d7ba81716%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D263093101539&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

[Joeman]

Or use a flat blade screwdriver and a hammer

[Lateralus]

Hi

The triumph C spanner for the concentric hub is useless too short and wobbly I bought a purpose made one from Amazon. then sold the bike Got a R1200RT instead

Its now used as a hook to hold my keys. If your round the Manchester area its yours for a tenner

Its like this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Triumph-Chain-Hub-Tool-Daytona-Sprint-ST-Speed-Triple-Made-from-Stainless-Steel/292186202506?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D83d3fdf096e94309bb6e830d7ba81716%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D263093101539&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

 

Thanks - in Nottingham though I'm afraid!

[Lateralus]

Or use a flat blade screwdriver and a hammer

 

Can't even picture how that would work!

[Stu]

Hi

The triumph C spanner for the concentric hub is useless too short and wobbly I bought a purpose made one from Amazon. then sold the bike Got a R1200RT instead

Its now used as a hook to hold my keys. If your round the Manchester area its yours for a tenner

Its like this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Triumph-Chain-Hub-Tool-Daytona-Sprint-ST-Speed-Triple-Made-from-Stainless-Steel/292186202506?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D83d3fdf096e94309bb6e830d7ba81716%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D263093101539&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

 

Thanks - in Nottingham though I'm afraid!

 

Get [mention]Westbeef[/mention] to pick it up and take it to the rally

[Lateralus]

Hi

The triumph C spanner for the concentric hub is useless too short and wobbly I bought a purpose made one from Amazon. then sold the bike Got a R1200RT instead

Its now used as a hook to hold my keys. If your round the Manchester area its yours for a tenner

Its like this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Triumph-Chain-Hub-Tool-Daytona-Sprint-ST-Speed-Triple-Made-from-Stainless-Steel/292186202506?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D83d3fdf096e94309bb6e830d7ba81716%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D263093101539&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

 

Thanks - in Nottingham though I'm afraid!

 

Get @Westbeef to pick it up and take it to the rally

 

Ooh, now there's an idea!

I'll pay you in beer Beefy!

[Westbeef]

Ill gladly do that for ya mate . [mention]exportmanuk[/mention] do you wanna pm me details and I can come for it over weekend .

[Joeman]

Or use a flat blade screwdriver and a hammer

 

Can't even picture how that would work!

 

Technique used here to adjust coilover suspension without a c-spanner.

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[Stu]

Or use a flat blade screwdriver and a hammer

 

Can't even picture how that would work!

 

Technique used here to adjust coilover suspension without a c-spanner.

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Shudder!!

he didn't even loosen the locking ring!!

[Lateralus]

Ill gladly do that for ya mate . @exportmanuk do you wanna pm me details and I can come for it over weekend .

 

That's very kind of you both!

@exportmanuk - how'd you want paying?

[Joeman]

Can't even picture how that would work!

 

Technique used here to adjust coilover suspension without a c-spanner.

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Shudder!!

he didn't even loosen the locking ring!!

I know! Such a chavvy way to do it.. lol

[Tango]

Hi

The triumph C spanner for the concentric hub is useless too short and wobbly I bought a purpose made one from Amazon. then sold the bike Got a R1200RT instead

Its now used as a hook to hold my keys. If your round the Manchester area its yours for a tenner

Its like this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Triumph-Chain-Hub-Tool-Daytona-Sprint-ST-Speed-Triple-Made-from-Stainless-Steel/292186202506?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D83d3fdf096e94309bb6e830d7ba81716%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D263093101539&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

 

I've got one of those in the link.......much better than the flimsy thing in the toolkit.......

Remember to keep the hub maintained though.....or it'll seize up.......

[Lateralus]

Hi

The triumph C spanner for the concentric hub is useless too short and wobbly I bought a purpose made one from Amazon. then sold the bike Got a R1200RT instead

Its now used as a hook to hold my keys. If your round the Manchester area its yours for a tenner

Its like this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Triumph-Chain-Hub-Tool-Daytona-Sprint-ST-Speed-Triple-Made-from-Stainless-Steel/292186202506?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D83d3fdf096e94309bb6e830d7ba81716%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D263093101539&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

 

I've got one of those in the link.......much better than the flimsy thing in the toolkit.......

Remember to keep the hub maintained though.....or it'll seize up.......

 

Is there anything I should be doing other than throwing it at a mechanic as per maintenance schedule?

[Tango]

Nothing.......If you trust the mechanic to actually maintain the hub....... I'm very much DIY.......

[Lateralus]

Nothing.......If you trust the mechanic to actually maintain the hub....... I'm very much DIY.......

 

I've been recommended to take it out to Clive Wood when the time arises: http://www.mk1speedtriple.co.uk/clive-wood-independant-triumph-specialist/

From everything I've read he certainly seems to do a good job!

[T552]

Agree. Clive Wood is the man to see. His reputation speaks for itself. Does an excellent job, works completely different to run of the mill dealers.

[Westbeef]

Agree. Clive Wood is the man to see. His reputation speaks for itself. Does an excellent job, works completely different to run of the mill dealers.

 

Hi Clive,

How you doing pal?

[Tango]

Yes Clive Wood is the man.....

Muddy Sump does a good job too.....and he comes to you.....but you need to book him well in advance....

[Lateralus]

Hi

The triumph C spanner for the concentric hub is useless too short and wobbly I bought a purpose made one from Amazon. then sold the bike Got a R1200RT instead

Its now used as a hook to hold my keys. If your round the Manchester area its yours for a tenner

Its like this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Triumph-Chain-Hub-Tool-Daytona-Sprint-ST-Speed-Triple-Made-from-Stainless-Steel/292186202506?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D20140122125356%26meid%3D83d3fdf096e94309bb6e830d7ba81716%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D263093101539&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851

 

Ill gladly do that for ya mate . [mention]exportmanuk[/mention] do you wanna pm me details and I can come for it over weekend .

 

[mention]exportmanuk[/mention] how about it then? Check your PMs mate.