I'm sorry for this post but want to remove the rotor from my Hope Mini brake. I assumed it would need an allen key but it would appear not 🙁

What should I use to remove it please? Is there a special tool or something?

Thank you so much!

Torx bit, looks like a star shaped allen key, should be a T25 size. Can buy them in Halfords although a lot of screwdriver bit sets come with them. May also be one on your multi-tool (if you have a multi tool). The bolts will likely be loctited in and can be a pain to remove, be careful not to round out the bolt heads.

They are Torx fittings http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/SearchResults.aspx?Search=torx

it's prehaps a star shaped allan key set you need then
park tools

yes it's a special tool usually a T-25 like this http://www.parktool.com/products/detail.asp?cat=14&item=PH%2DT25

Thanks ever so much for replies 🙂

Yes, definitely looks like a star shape and it would appear that I need to add to my tool collection 🙄

STW to the rescue again!

There's a Specialized multi-tool which has the appropriate torx tool attached, handy bit of kit 🙂

Could I ask another question please?

Have just been to my little workshop and found an attachment for the cordless screwdriver. Looks as though it is star shaped. However, I would assume I would be better off using a dedicated tool to get more leverage?

Thank you 😀

Use the cordless screwdriver, but make sure you dont mash the head on the screw.

hope bolts used to be like cheese, so be very careful!

They will also have had threadlock on them when they were put in orignally, a bit of heat will help to break the bond if you are struggling.

OK, thanks chaps.

I need to remove a cassette as well but that seems to require specialist tools, ie chainwhip etc. This is such fun 😉

Hey CG i've got a torx driver and a chain whip .You want me to bring them next week ?

oldfart – thanks very much but I need to visit my lbs anyway, small matter of a VERY buckled wheel from my recent 'off' 🙄