Fuel Tank front hold-down bolt

JRock

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• Jul 10, 2017

• #1

I've been looking here, mentioned in a recent post:
Replacement OEM Parts for 2008 Triumph ROCKET III

I cannot find the hex-keyed bold that holds down the tank at the front.
Anyone have the part number or a web site they can find it on?
I've nearly stripped the thing and would like a spare.

 

barbagris

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• Jul 10, 2017

• #2

Any old M6 bolt will do.

 

JRock

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• Jul 10, 2017

• #3

Thanks for the tip.

 

alpental

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• Jul 10, 2017

• #4

JRock said:

I've been looking here, mentioned in a recent post:
Replacement OEM Parts for 2008 Triumph ROCKET III

I cannot find the hex-keyed bold that holds down the tank at the front.
Anyone have the part number or a web site they can find it on?
I've nearly stripped the thing and would like a spare.

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Item #6:

 

scot in exile

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• Jul 10, 2017

• #5

Lowes /Homedepot/ACE, local hardware store, old tin can in the garage with various nuts and bolts

 

JRock

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• Jul 10, 2017

• #6

****, I was looking at that diagram and didn't see it.
A hex head bolt will be easier not to strip out, anyways.

 

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• Jul 10, 2017

• #7

JRock said:

****, I was looking at that diagram and didn't see it.
A hex head bolt will be easier not to strip out, anyways.

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When in doubt, try fastenall.
Chrome, stainless, anodized, etc.
Expensive but easy and fast.

 

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• Jul 10, 2017

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First time i lifted my tank the washer slid away never to be seen again

 

Blackthou

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• Jul 10, 2017

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Mine vibrated out after my 1st service. Couldn't be arsed to drive 30 miles to complain so used an M6 bolt with a bit of blue anti-vibe Loctite

 

geno

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• Apr 1, 2018

• #10

JRock said:

I've been looking here, mentioned in a recent post:
Replacement OEM Parts for 2008 Triumph ROCKET III

I cannot find the hex-keyed bold that holds down the tank at the front.
Anyone have the part number or a web site they can find it on?
I've nearly stripped the thing and would like a spare.

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If you go onto Bike Bandit under accessories (OEM) with your bike year and style you can get the exact replacement; But I simply use a 6mm/1" I believe that is the correct size, cost around $3.00 @ bike bandit. "Be Safe!