Spanner wrench for shock adjustment

[bxc]

Hey folks - all is going well with my wife's Like 200i. Another question for the hive mind: does anyone have a recommendation for a specific spanner wrench to adjust the rear shocks? The user manual just says to use a spanner wrench and does not specify the size. Thanks and hope everyone has a great holiday.

[Ruffus]

@bxc, good to read your LIKE is doing well....
For the shock tool: pls see pics
- there should be one "hookspanner" in your original KYMCO tool bag together with some other emergency tools

- if not, any car shop should have such a thing

- if they don't , order one for little money in internet but watch the right size, for there are different ones available (compare with pic and measure  in cm/mm)

Different angle of its neck doesn't matter.

It could be adjusted with waterpump pliers too, but bears the danger of scratches.

[bxc]

@Ruffus very kind of you to take photos with a ruler! A great public service. Our Kymco definitely did not include the emergency kit, so I'll have to order this wrench. Thanks so much.

[Iahawk]

bxc - the tool kit is kind of hidden..it's attached under the seat in a little black pouch that blends in with the seat. It is very easy to miss.

[Stig / Major Tom]

My new 2012 LIKE200iLX came with a little black plastic bag of tools, but the kit did not include a shock wrench.

I sprayed a few drops of WD40 in the area, wrapped a heavy towel around and gently grabbed and turned the adjustment with Channel lock pliers.
Don't chip the chrome.....more twist with a little squeeze  Depending on which way you are turning, I've even done it by hand with that towel.

Once set, the shocks rarely need further attention.....applying the Principles Of Sophoclesian Wrenching ; namely - "dontfoolwidit!!"

Stig

[bxc]

Just closing the loop on this - I double checked and there is no tool kit under my seat. I ended up buying this set of spanner wrenches just to see if the small one (38-42) would work, and it does.

Coilover Wrench, Hook Wrenches Tools Set Shock Spanner Wrench set C-Shape Spanner Coilover Adjustable Spanners Adjustment Tool For Most Coil Over (4PCS) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B099RQTRQL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_GWVA35WA3JJZ3DTK0BHP?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I prefer carrying the wrench in the bike in case my wife and I need to adjust it when we're riding two-up vs solo.