I was going to put a few things on my sporty but realized the bigger bolts are torx bolts which I've heard several bad stories of stripping them. Why would HD use these bolts???? JD

 

Personally, I've never had a problem with any torx headed bolts/screws. Usually if theyre getting stripped easily, its because the bit being used isnt a very good one

 

Or they tried to use an allen wrench in place of the proper torx bit.

 

I know that many people on here will replace them with different bolts as they do some regular maintenance. I haven't had too much trouble with them, I think the last one I had issues with was my own fault. Replacing the bolts is a fairly cheap solution if you don't want to mess with the torx bolts.

 

I'm going to to get the saddle supports, guess I'll get a good set of wrenches from harbor freight

 

Appearance. Far more pleasing to the eye than a row of misaligned hex head bolts.

 

Exactly. I bought SK Tools Hex and Torx just for my bike. Also when using extensions with rachets and so forth must stay centered. I have had zero problems since I upgraded to SK from the craftsman I had before. Even then it was the hex that fought me not torx. Quality tools are a must to service these fasteners.

 

LOL, I'm sorry , but are not we getting a little "****" about looks ????

 

If you use a good set and the correct size while using care you should be alright. Make sure you have a T27.

 

Just use the "proper" tool for the job and you'll be fine. Torx bolts won't strip if you have correct size bit and don't apply too much force (i.e. air wrench). No need to worry.