Tool Acadamy - Ducati Tools

jonzi · 27-11-2013, 08:38 AM

Saw this on another site.

Maybe something cheap and useful for some one

Dukedesmo · 27-11-2013, 09:15 AM

Don't bother with the plastic clutch holding tool, cheap it maybe but it's also about as much use as a chocolate teapot.

I bought one, thinking it would be easier to use than a 'traditional' holder as it is fixed to the bike and would make it easier for one person to use by themselves but when I tightened it, it snapped like breadstick before reaching the required torque.

The other stuff is OK though.

Saint aka ML · 27-11-2013, 11:10 AM

I have the plastic clutch holding tool. 8 clutch on/off later, 10 flywheel on/off (with flywheel tool on as well mind you) all still works fine

Dukedesmo · 27-11-2013, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Saint aka ML

I have the plastic clutch holding tool. 8 clutch on/off later, 10 flywheel on/off (with flywheel tool on as well mind you) all still works fine

Maybe I was unlucky, broke the very first go. But I'll stick to the big old-school holder from now on.

jerry · 27-11-2013, 03:39 PM

the cam puller tool breaks too easily i have broken 3 the pins are not hardened properly

Mr Gazza · 27-11-2013, 05:14 PM

Just ordered a clutch holding tool.

From the picture of it on the site, it appears to have holes that I could bolt a plywood ring to, which in turn could pick up on all the cover screws and spread the load nicely, reducing the risk of breaking it.

That said I could probably make the whole thing from plywood...

Still got the one I made for the old Triumphs...two plates brased together and then a big piece of flat bolted on for a handle. I think exactly the same design would work for the Ducati.?

pompone · 27-11-2013, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr Gazza

Just ordered a clutch holding tool.

From the picture of it on the site, it appears to have holes that I could bolt a plywood ring to, which in turn could pick up on all the cover screws and spread the load nicely, reducing the risk of breaking it.

That said I could probably make the whole thing from plywood...

Still got the one I made for the old Triumphs...two plates brased together and then a big piece of flat bolted on for a handle. I think exactly the same design would work for the Ducati.?

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Mr Gazza · 27-11-2013, 05:28 PM

I like it Pompone...Pretty much like my triumph one but you are using more plates and two handles...Why so many plates? Wouldn't just two do the trick?

pompone · 27-11-2013, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr Gazza

I like it Pompone...Pretty much like my triumph one but you are using more plates and two handles...Why so many plates? Wouldn't just two do the trick?

No particular reason TBH, and yes, probably 2 would have done the same. ducati for a hub tool uses a whole pack of plates btw.

Mr Gazza · 29-11-2013, 06:40 PM

Just had a message from the Tool Academy saying they have refunded me for the clutch holding tool as it is out of stock due to high demand, and they don't expect to re-stock until January.

This is a bit of a blessing really as I was kicking myself for not having bothered to make my own.
Since I will only be needing the tool when I come to replace the drum, along with the plates...I will then have the spare plates to make the tool.
This time round I think I will make a bracket to pick up the cover screws as most of the clutch holders seem to do now.
It leaves one hand free and makes the tool easier to store without that long handle..

27-11-2013, 08:38 AM	#1
jonzi Mary Mary Quite Contrary Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Berkhamsted Bike: M796 Posts: 1,398	Tool Acadamy - Ducati Tools Saw this on another site. Maybe something cheap and useful for some one __________________ #48

27-11-2013, 09:15 AM	#2
Dukedesmo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Leics Bike: M900 Posts: 2,848	Don't bother with the plastic clutch holding tool, cheap it maybe but it's also about as much use as a chocolate teapot. I bought one, thinking it would be easier to use than a 'traditional' holder as it is fixed to the bike and would make it easier for one person to use by themselves but when I tightened it, it snapped like breadstick before reaching the required torque. The other stuff is OK though. __________________ M900, 916, LeMans II.

27-11-2013, 11:10 AM	#3
Saint aka ML Junior ah to be young Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: London Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 2,058	I have the plastic clutch holding tool. 8 clutch on/off later, 10 flywheel on/off (with flywheel tool on as well mind you) all still works fine __________________ "I am Lucazade"

27-11-2013, 03:39 PM	#5
jerry Old Git Join Date: May 2006 Location: Cricklade Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 2,831	the cam puller tool breaks too easily i have broken 3 the pins are not hardened properly __________________ MONSTERMAN

27-11-2013, 05:14 PM	#6
Mr Gazza Lord of the Rings Join Date: May 2013 Location: Norwich Bike: M900sie Posts: 5,848	Just ordered a clutch holding tool. From the picture of it on the site, it appears to have holes that I could bolt a plywood ring to, which in turn could pick up on all the cover screws and spread the load nicely, reducing the risk of breaking it. That said I could probably make the whole thing from plywood... Still got the one I made for the old Triumphs...two plates brased together and then a big piece of flat bolted on for a handle. I think exactly the same design would work for the Ducati.?

27-11-2013, 05:28 PM	#8
Mr Gazza Lord of the Rings Join Date: May 2013 Location: Norwich Bike: M900sie Posts: 5,848	I like it Pompone...Pretty much like my triumph one but you are using more plates and two handles...Why so many plates? Wouldn't just two do the trick?

29-11-2013, 06:40 PM	#10
Mr Gazza Lord of the Rings Join Date: May 2013 Location: Norwich Bike: M900sie Posts: 5,848	Just had a message from the Tool Academy saying they have refunded me for the clutch holding tool as it is out of stock due to high demand, and they don't expect to re-stock until January. This is a bit of a blessing really as I was kicking myself for not having bothered to make my own. Since I will only be needing the tool when I come to replace the drum, along with the plates...I will then have the spare plates to make the tool. This time round I think I will make a bracket to pick up the cover screws as most of the clutch holders seem to do now. It leaves one hand free and makes the tool easier to store without that long handle..