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Should I use Loctite on my handlebar bolts when installing new handlebars?

Started by The ModFather, September 04, 2011, 04:57:31 AM

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The ModFather

September 04, 2011, 04:57:31 AM
Installing new handlebars and taking off the old ones was a pregnant dog but it makes sense as I would think you dont want these things to budge. Just wondering if I should put a couple drops of loctite on the bolts when I install new ones.
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Howie

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September 04, 2011, 06:26:09 AM
20 Nm.  with grease, torque in an x pattern.

R0CKETMAN

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September 05, 2011, 02:07:31 PM
Howie is da man. Use a torque wrench
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The ModFather

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September 05, 2011, 02:09:27 PM
oops.. too late! I did use Blue Loctite. Is there any downside here? Should I remove and clean the bolts or can I leave them?
2005 S2R 800 Analog Motorcycles Custom Build
2007 Sport Classic 1000S
2008 848 Track Bike
2015 Diavel Dark - Sold
2005 Monster 620 Dark - Sold

R0CKETMAN

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September 05, 2011, 02:11:49 PM
Quote from: Duck Off on September 05, 2011, 02:09:27 PM
oops.. too late! I did use Blue Loctite. Is there any downside here? Should I remove and clean the bolts or can I leave them?

Loc tite will be fine. Re-mark them so you'll know if there's movement for peace of mind.
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Howie

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September 05, 2011, 08:45:23 PM
The grease is to prevent galvanic corrosion.  The Loctite will do the same.  Just [Dolph]
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