Park Tool RT 2 Head Cup Remover 1 1/4/ 1/2 Inch, Blue

Park Tool Rt-2 Head Cup Remover Oversized Tool. Safely remove oversized and tapered headset cups from modern bikes with the Park Tool RT-2. This essential workshop tool ensures precise, damage-free extraction of press-fit bearing cups from mountain, road, and e-bikes. Designed to protect your frame, the RT-2 evenly distributes force for smooth removal, preventing costly damage from makeshift tools. Compatible with 1¼" and 1½" standards (ZS44, ZS49, ZS55, ZS56, EC49, EC56) and bottom bracket cups on one-piece crank systems. For bearing cups with an ID of 38-55mm. Built with durable, heat-treated alloy steel for a long service life. Park Tool RT-2 Oversized Head Cup RemoverTackle modern oversized and tapered headsets with the confidence and precision of a professional mechanic. The Park Tool RT-2 Oversized Head Cup Remover is the definitive workshop tool engineered specifically for the safe, fast, and efficient removal of press-fit bearing cups from contemporary bicycle frames. Designed to handle the larger standards found on mountain, road, and e-bikes, the RT-2 eliminates the guesswork and risk associated with headset service, protecting your valuable frame from damage.Using makeshift punches or inadequate tools can lead to crooked removal, gouged surfaces, or even a catastrophically ovalized head tube—a costly and difficult repair. The RT-2 is purpose-built to prevent these issues. Its clever design ensures perfect alignment and distributes force evenly around the entire circumference of the cup, allowing for smooth and controlled extraction with every strike of a mallet. This professional method not only safeguards the frame but also preserves the integrity of the headset cup, which can be critical if it is to be reused. Built for the rigors of daily shop use, this tool is an essential investment for any serious mechanic or home enthusiast dedicated to performing maintenance to the highest standard.The RT-2 makes headset bearing cup removal easy. The tool is pulled through the frame until the flared ends snap in behind the cup. The tool end is struck with a mallet and the flared ends evenly distribute force around the cup as the cup is driven out. Strong heat-treated alloy steel construction with nickel finish for a long service life.Features:- Removes bearing cups from head tubes using 1¼´´ and 1½´´ headset standards- SHIS terminology: Removes ZS44, ZS49, ZS55, ZS56, EC49 and EC56 headset cups- Also removes bottom bracket cups on one-piece crank systems- For use on bearing cups with an ID of 38 to 55 mm (1.5´´ to 2.1´´)- Nominal OD of shaft is 25.4 mm (1´´)Whether you are upgrading a headset, servicing bearings, or performing a complete frame-up build, the Park Tool RT-2 Oversized Head Cup Remover provides the reliability and performance that defines the Park Tool name. Make difficult headset service a straightforward, worry-free task and add this indispensable general tool to your maintenance arsenal. tradeinn Bikeinn

Designed for the 1-1/4 inch and 1-1/2 inch headest standards The RT-2 Head Cup Remover makes headset cup removal easy. The tool is pulled through the frame until the flared ends snap in behind the cup. Strong, heat treated alloy steel with a nickel finish.