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Message started by McWj on 07/05/16 at 14:19:12

Title: Chrome trim cap removal?
Post by McWj on 07/05/16 at 14:19:12

any tricks to getting the chrome trim caps that cover some of the bolt heads off? I don't see any lip or slot on the sides to pry on.

Title: Re: Chrome trim cap removal?
Post by old.indian on 07/05/16 at 14:31:13

I hope that you are not referring to the acorn nuts on some of the head studs.....

Title: Re: Chrome trim cap removal?
Post by oldNslow on 07/05/16 at 14:37:47

The ones on the handlebar clamps and the footpegs are just chrome colored plastic. You can pry them out with a tiny screwdriver.

Title: Re: Chrome trim cap removal?
Post by stewmills on 07/05/16 at 14:43:04

41424A0047404A474F402E0 wrote:

I hope that you are not referring to the acorn nuts on some of the head studs.....

That would be me trying a stunt like that ;D

Title: Re: Chrome trim cap removal?
Post by batman on 07/05/16 at 15:52:51

I'd use a knife blade inserted about 1/8"and pry gently moving around as you go.

Title: Re: Chrome trim cap removal?
Post by McWj on 07/05/16 at 18:43:04

olsNslow, those are the exactly the ones I am referring to. Ill try a sharp knife blade and some gently lifting then. Thanks much!

Title: Re: Chrome trim cap removal?
Post by norm92de on 07/05/16 at 20:21:26

Pry them off and throw them away. That's what I did.

Title: Re: Chrome trim cap removal?
Post by BSTON on 07/19/16 at 07:05:50

I used a tiny screwdriver on most and a utility knife on the ones that were on a little tighter. If you're planning on putting them back on make sure you aren't forcing anything because they will get marred up or crack easily.

Title: Re: Chrome trim cap removal?
Post by McWj on 07/20/16 at 05:59:04

Thanks for the info ya'll and I've been successful on the removal. Yes I do plan on keeping them, especially the ones on the handlebar clamps as I like the clean look of having that hole covered and they keep moisture from pooling in there.