Hi all,
Just bought a Merida scultra road bike, and I’m trying to remove the rear wheel to put it on the trainer. It comes with a Allen-key in the form of a lever, shown in the picture. But I can’t for the life of me seem to get it out. Has anyone else had this problem and knows how to solve it? Thanks
by Queenoftheland
5 Comments
Inverted brake disc?
It’s probably slightly tilted and jammed, due to pulling on the lever. I’d try to use some pliers, grab it really close to the axle and pull from there.
Edit: or push on the outer part of the allen key lever and try to wiggle it loose.
Can’t edit the post for some reason, but it’s an disc brake bike upside down
You say it has a cut out for allen keys. Get a designated allen key and try it again. It has way more leverage than this little handle.
It might be easier the right way up not upside down. That way you can be sure you’re turning in the right direction, and having the wheel on the ground might keep the wheel still and help you get a little more leverage. It’s possible that it’s been over tightened, so maybe remove the lever provided and use a longer allen key wrench. When reattaching, maybe add some grease to the thru axle so it doesn’t stick as easily next time, and also I’d recommend using a torque wrench to tighten just to get it right