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Where can I get one of these tools ? 
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Re: Tank Badge Removal Tool
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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I believe it's a Torx t-27. Just about any should hardware store should have one.
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It has to be the security torx type. It has a hole in the bit to go over the pin of the torx head bolt/screw.
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Should be Riding
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Torx T-25 works just fine, even if it is a 27 technically... Got mine at an Ace hardware. Blue handle. Just make sure there's that little hole in the middle, that's all. I think it cost me all of 3 bucks or something. Makes waxing the bike WAY easier!!
Benny
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Not enough miles ridden
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This is good info - thanks. I have to wonder though, how effective this "security" system is if anyone can buy the "key" at a hardware store.
Chris
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Went to the Hardware store , got a T-25 ... That did the trick .. For ? $4 ...
Man we have beautifull bikes ...
Waiting on a black front fender and this baby is ready, to wait 3 more months or more for a ride...
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I went out for a ride today  Yeah not very secure, but at least it's something...
Benny
Black & Silver '02
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Not enough miles ridden
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Re: Tank Badge Removal Tool
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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"Security by obscurity." Anybody can buy the tool, but most probably don't. I suppose if you make your emblem custom, encrusted with diamonds, then it'll be worth bothering with the tool.  For the casual thief it's probably too much of a hassle for the return.
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Should be Riding
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Yup. That's about it. When you think about it, anyone with a good set of tools and a half hour to themself could get just about any part off our bike they wanted if they really wanted to.
Benny
Black & Silver '02
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Not enough miles ridden
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