A new ongoing thread if you wish. To start with, do you know what this simple tool is? A poll here will take your answer, yes or no. Do not give it away in your reply yet. I'll post what tool it is in the next few days. I'm interested to see what the current knowledge state is. And we can all learn from each other. Don't worry about not knowing. We all have a lot to learn...
And separately I will begin a useful tool thread thread shortly for bikes.
Okay, some of the most posted members and knowledgeable members appear to know this tool immediately. . Keep it coming, and don't be afraid to post not knowing. It took me many years.
My guess is on the modern 600 and 1000 forums the "luke skywalker's" would hugely dominate immediately. Lot's of yoda's with the RC51
That is one of the most useful tools in a mechanic's workbench if he wants to have happy and smiling customers....
I use it a lot and I have two of them.
I've seen them, but never in use. And I know it's not what I thought it was. I'm very secure in my needing the help of those that are better inclined in the wrenching world (read "paid mechanics").
I know what it is and use it every couple of months on my SP1. It was used more on my YZ250F when I had it but it is a very useful tool when fully understood.
It was great to get lots of participation and hear some stories. Please continue to do so on all threads where you can.
Okay,
THE ANSWER.
It is a cable lubrication (lube) tool. Great on bikes and other recreational vehicles to lubricate any and all cables. For the RC51, that would mean the throttle cables.... every 2-5 years depending on mileage and indoor/outdoor exposure/etc.
Thx to all those that participated. I have another tool I'll post shortly for fun.
It was interesting to see so many people who knew the tool. IMO it is because the RC51 at this time is in the possession of enthusiasts and track guys who tend to know these things. Most of the public has moved onto newer bikes.
Here is another "Do you know what this tool is?". You can answer yes or no and use the poll at the top of the page.
Do not give away what the tool is in your reply yet. I'll post what tool it is in the next few days.
This tool is not technically needed, but will make the work much much easier and has many other applications beyond a motorcycle. It should be used with some regularity. I don't even have this tool yet. LOL.
HAH, EASY CHEEZY.
I own one and use it all the time, Car & Bikes and MORE !!!
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