Re: [ST] copper grease and torque settings

["Masiak, Richard" <richard_masiak@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Other than my former Goldwing (which I didn't safety wire) I never resell my bikes, I ride them to their death.  that's probably why I never considered that side effect.

Good point though.

-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:st-bounces@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Frederic NIZERY
Sent: Tuesday, June 26, 2007 5:09 AM
To: ST
Subject: Re: [ST] copper grease and torque settings


Which can have side effect at the time of reselling the bike. Drilled bolt is
a major clue to know if the bike was used for racing as it's mandatory for some
specific bike parts. 

>From my practical experience, I safety wire.  Having some race/track experience, and my finger loose rear wheel nut incident, I now safety wire everything I can.  >Yes it's a pain in the ass, but stuff happens regardless of torque specifications.  Believe me, I've seen it and experienced it first hand too.

>To drill a little hole and give a little twist is a small price to pay for added security and piece of mind.

Fred ST 02 BRG


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