What is so important about Torque?

Torque is the best way to accurately tighten fasteners. If bolts are either too loose or too tight they can cause damage to expensive components or worse still injury to the rider

What is Torque?

Torque is a turning force which is generated by applying a known force at a known radius. A torque wrench does this calculation for you and will either click or pivot in a breaking action to indicate the desired torque has been applied. The Sport Torq uses a breaking action which we believe is better than a click

How is Torque applied?

Referring to the diagram below, it can be seen that as the nut and bolt are tightened the two plates are clamped together. The thread converts the applied torque into tension in the bolt shank. The amount of tension created in the bolt is critical.

Why Torque?

The tension in the bolt creates a "clamping" force between the two parts. If the clamping force is too low, the fasteners can work loose due to vibration or movement between the component parts. If a clamping force is too high, the fastener may permanently stretch and no longer apply the required clamping force. In severe cases the fastener may fail in assembly or during use when under load. Clamping force is generally referred to as the preload.

The Sport Torq Kit contains:

Sport Torq (with Ratchet Spinner (cap)
Impact resistant case with foam inlay
Bottle Opener
T25 bit
Hex bit size 2 mm
Hex bit size 2.5 mm
Hex bit size 3 mm
Hex bit size 4 mm
Hex bit size 5 mm
Hex bit size 6 mm
Hex bit size 8 mm
Hex bit Holder
Sport Torq Sticker
Instruction Leaflet