R8 or 1/2" Wheelchair Bearing Removal and Installation Tool Kit

R8 (1/2") Wheelchair Bearing Removal & Installation Tool Kit

Keep your wheelchair running smoothly with the right tools for the job.
This specialized kit makes it easy to remove and replace R8 (1/2") bearings found in most wheelchair rear wheel hubs and on some models, the front fork. Designed specifically for wheelchair components, it prevents damage that can occur when using general automotive or bike tools.

What’s Included

• R8 (1/2") Blind Bearing Puller / Extractor
• Pin Punch
• R8 (1/2") Bearing Press

Why You’ll Love It

• Easy to use: Designed specifically for wheelchair bearings, no guesswork required.
• Cost effective: Focused on the most common bearing sizes, so you’re not buying an oversized kit you’ll never use.
• Right tool for the job: Avoid the frustration of adapting car or bike tools that don’t fit properly.
• Less risk of damage: Protects your wheel hub and fork from cracking or warping.
• Specialized design: Perfect for recessed wheelchair hubs and quick release axles.

Compatible With

• TiLite Shadow, TWIST Performance and Topolino rear wheels (1/2" axles)
• Spinergy LX, SPOX and Carbon Blade rear wheels (1/2" axles)
• Ki Mobility spoke, mag, Superlight, Topolino and X-Core Mag rear wheels (1/2" axles)
• TiLite Mono, Standard, Slipstream and Out-Front Glide forks
• Frog Legs suspension forks with 1/2" stems
• Ki Mobility Rogue XP, Clik and Unitime forks
• Any other rear wheels and forks using R8 (1/2") bearings.
• Always confirm your bearing size and axle diameter before ordering.

Designed For

This tool kit is specifically designed for removing and installing R8 (1/2") wheelchair bearings. It provides the correct tools to safely service compatible wheelchair rear wheel hubs and fork assemblies without risking damage from improvised tools.

For easier and more stable bearing removal and installation, pair this kit with our Wheelchair Bearing Removal & Installation Stand.

Why It Matters

Regular bearing maintenance helps keep your wheelchair rolling faster, smoother and with less effort. Using the correct tools makes bearing replacement easier, reduces the risk of damaging expensive wheel hubs and forks, and helps ensure new bearings are installed correctly.

Installation Resources

Download our step-by-step replacement guide and watch the installation video below before getting started.

• 📄 Download our replacement guide (PDF)
• 🎥 Watch the installation video below before getting started

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NDIS Information:
This item is considered a consumable. Self-managed participants can purchase it directly online and submit a reimbursement via their MyGov portal. Plan-managed participants can request an invoice to be sent to themselves or directly to their plan manager for payment.