What's with the GIVI triangular bolt head?

Banditryder

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These were installed when I got my "new for me" '19 S10. Removing to put in different racks for soft bags. Does GIVI supply a special wrench or socket for these, or am I just seeing things funny?


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These were installed when I got my "new for me" '19 S10. Removing to put in different racks for soft bags. Does GIVI supply a special wrench or socket for these, or am I just seeing things funny?


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This is a Harbor Freight security bit set. On the bottom row, there's some three spline bits. Don't know if that's the proper tool or, if they can work. $5.99.

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This is a Harbor Freight security bit set. On the bottom row, there's some three spline bits. Don't know if that's the proper tool or, if can work. $5.99.

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Sooo, what you're saying is half of six is three and so a hex head should work? And in fact it is pretty freaking amazing. Who knew, math? It's actually a pretty cool quick release system. Thanks, Sierra1! 7mm Allen

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Took a day to work on the bike ('19 S10). Been a long time since I've spent a day like this. Tired but good progress.

Removed GIVI quick release racks and tail rack. I'll be bundling the whole Trekker setup (panniers and top box) and racks for sale with all hardware except the GIVI wrench (looked everywhere). A 7mm hex works to remove or install the QR connectors.

Removed GIVI engine guards and all parts to sell.

Installed T-Rex Racing skid plate and engine guards. Went on pretty well, but for left rear skid plate mount, the bracket for which couldn't fit bcz of the GIVI kickstand impeded bolt access. Sturdy, sturdy kit. The hole lines up for oil plug and access to the oil filter is spot on. Engine guard wraps from bottom to top and still allows easy removal of right side panel. Ran out of gas and didn't have time/energy to install new battery, Fuzeblock, or lights. l did order the three plug adapter so there's time to wait for the lights.. There's always be tomorrow.

Ordered Altrider rear rack when I realized the prior owner must have tossed the original plate and hardware so there's only the base piece left.

Going to order Outback Moto racks to fit soft bags for touring as soon as I can get them to reduce a really high shipping cost, if possible.

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