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PRECISION TOOLS FOR CYCLING PROFESSIONALS

A great ride is built, not found.

Precision, reliability, and confidence don’t start on the road or trail—they start in the workshop. For professional bike mechanics, the quality of your tools directly shapes the quality of every adjustment, every repair, every ride. Just like the professional user, KNIPEX strives for perfection and is passionate about performing at our highest level. From the smooth jaws of the Pliers Wrench to the effortless cuts of the CoBolt® Bolt Cutters, each tool is designed with accuracy and intention.

 

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Common applications

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Wheels & Tires

7 1/4" Pliers Wrench | 8" CoBolt® High Leverage Compact Bolt Cutters | 6 1/4" Diagonal Pliers for Flush Cutting Plastics 45° Angled | 2 Pc Mini Pliers Set XS

Wheels & Tires

Gears & Brakes

7 1/4" Pneumatic Hose Cutter | 10" Cobra® Water Pump Pliers | 7 1/2" Wire Rope Shears | 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench | 5 3/4" Needle-Nose Combination Pliers

Gears & Brakes

Frame & Attachments

8" TwinGrip Pliers | 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench

Frame & Attachments

Electrical Components

5 1/2" Electronics Super Knips® XL | 7 1/4" ComStrip Automatic Wire Stripper 10-24 AWG

Electrical Components

Handlebars, Forks & Seatposts

7 1/2" Combination Shears | 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench | 7 1/4" TubiX® Pipe Cutter

Handlebars, Forks & Seatposts

Bearings & Axles

Precision Snap Ring Pliers | 6" Stainless Steel Gripping Tweezers

Wheels & Tires

7 1/4" Pliers Wrench | 8" CoBolt® High Leverage Compact Bolt Cutters | 6 1/4" Diagonal Pliers for Flush Cutting Plastics 45° Angled | 2 Pc Mini Pliers Set XS

Wheels & Tires

Gears & Brakes

7 1/4" Pneumatic Hose Cutter | 10" Cobra® Water Pump Pliers | 7 1/2" Wire Rope Shears | 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench | 5 3/4" Needle-Nose Combination Pliers

Gears & Brakes

Frame & Attachments

8" TwinGrip Pliers | 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench

Frame & Attachments

Electrical Components

5 1/2" Electronics Super Knips® XL | 7 1/4" ComStrip Automatic Wire Stripper 10-24 AWG

Electrical Components

Handlebars, Forks & Seatposts

7 1/2" Combination Shears | 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench | 7 1/4" TubiX® Pipe Cutter

Handlebars, Forks & Seatposts

Bearings & Axles

Precision Snap Ring Pliers | 6" Stainless Steel Gripping Tweezers

Wheels & Tires

When working on wheels and tires, a secure grip and precise cutting are essential. The 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench grips hexagonal nuts firmly without scratching surfaces. The 8" CoBolt® High Leverage Compact Bolt Cutters allows you to cut spokes and wire reliably. Our 6 1/4" 45° Angled Diagonal Pliers for Flush Cutting Plastics, with flat-ground cutting edges, ensures flush cuts and reduces the need for reworking. The 2 Pc Mini Pliers Set XS in Belt Pouch is compact, lightweight and suitable for tightening nuts or holding small components.

Fitting and removing wheels

When working on wheels, the drivetrain or brakes, it is important to loosen axles quickly without causing damage. The 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench provides a secure handle on axles with a hexagonal shank and protects sensitive surfaces from damage.

Dismantling bicycle wheels

When dismantling a bicycle wheel, this compact bolt cutter is a game changer. Spokes are cut through with minimal effort thanks to the micro-structured cutting edge. The gripping surface at the joint is also suitable for pulling or securing cables.

Adjusting tire treads

In off-road cycling, professionals adapt their tire treads to the conditions to maximize performance. For example, shortening the lugs improves rolling performance on certain terrains. The build-up of mud or dirt on the tires can also be influenced by the length of treads. The flat-ground cutting edges of these Diagonal Pliers are angled at 45° and cut very flush.

Truing wheels on the go

The 2 Pc Mini Pliers Set XS in Belt Pouch is a compact on-the-go tool kit. The belt pouch contains the 4" KNIPEX Cobra® XS for round parts up to 1" diameter and the 4" Pliers Wrench XS for hex head screws up to 3/4". This allows you to center wheels even when out and about.

  • 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench
  • 8" CoBolt® High Leverage Compact Bolt Cutters
  • 6 1/4" Diagonal Pliers for Flush Cutting Plastics 45° Angled
  • 2 Pc Mini Pliers Set XS in Belt Pouch
Rad & Reifen
Rad&Reifen
Lightweight & Compact
The 2 Pc Mini Pliers Set XS comes in a Belt Pouch made of durable polyester fabric, with a hook-and-loop fastener and belt loop – perfect for when you need quality tools in a pinch.

Gears & Brakes

When working on the gears and brakes, having the right tools is crucial. Our 7 1/4" Pneumatic Hose Cutter cuts hydraulic hoses at a right angle, preventing any crushing marks. The specially hardened teeth of the 10" Cobra® Water Pump Pliers securely grip cables, while the 7 1/2" Wire Rope Shears cuts Bowden cables cleanly without fraying. The smooth jaws of the 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench allow brake discs to be aligned while protecting the surface. The slim head shape of the 5 3/4" Needle-Nose Combination Pliers enables the precise bending of split pins on brake systems.

Cutting hydraulic brake hoses

When cutting hoses for hydraulic braking systems, it is important to ensure a smooth cut without crushing the hose, as a pin must later be inserted into the hose opening. Thanks to its wide base, our 7 1/4" Pneumatic Hose Cutter is ideally suited for this task and produces a clean cut with minimal effort.

Clamping brake cables

The 10" Cobra® Water Pump Pliers is suitable for gripping and loosening tight screw connections and can also be used when tensioning cable pulls. Available in various lengths: the compact XS version at 4" is perfect for on-the-go, while the 10" version is frequently used in workshops and is highly versatile.

Shortening brake cables

Bowden cables are used in a variety of applications in bicycle construction, for example in mechanical gear systems, brakes or height-adjustable seat posts. The 7 1/2" Wire Rope Shears enables precise work with minimal effort and prevents crushing. It also offers crimping dies for end caps on Bowden cable sheaths and ferrules for wire rope.

Straightening brake discs

If brake discs become slightly warped, for example after a fall, they can be carefully corrected without scratching using the 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench. Also ideal for opening and tightening hexagonal cap nuts.

Replacing brake pads

The 5 3/4" Needle-Nose Combination Pliers are used for a wide range of tasks, such as bending or pulling split pins on brakes, and loosening the often stubborn cap nuts on tire valves. The single-sided convex gripping surface allows for a secure grip on flat parts, while the milled groove in the gripping area makes it easier to hold and pull small workpieces such as nails, pins and bolts.

  • 7 1/4" Pneumatic Hose Cutter
  • 10" Cobra® Water Pump Pliers
  • 7 1/2" Wire Rope Shears
  • 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench
  • 5 3/4" Needle-Nose Combination Pliers
Schaltung & Bremse
Schaltung & Bremse
Hose cutters for hydraulic and pneumatic hoses
There is no room for error when working on brakes. Thanks to the wide base on these cutting pliers, hoses and hydraulic lines are always cut at a precise right angle.

Frame & Attachments

Whether it’s seized screws, worn hex bolts or delicate screw connections – working on frames and components requires tools that provide precision & reliability. The 8" TwinGrip Pliers with front gripping serrations secures and loosens even rounded out screws with ease. The 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench impresses with smooth, parallel jaws that grip components securely without damaging surfaces. 

Loosening worn bolt heads

Worn or broken bolt heads often present a challenge. With its front and side gripping function, the 8" TwinGrip Pliers offers a grip that can't be beat and its slim design makes it easy to use in tight spaces.

Fitting & removing pedals

The smooth, parallel-gripping jaws of the 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench are ideal for holding components securely yet gently. Hex bolts and many cap nuts of all sizes within the capacity range can be screwed in quickly & tightly.

  • 8" TwinGrip Pliers
  • 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench
Rahmen & Anbauteile
Rahmen & Anbauteile
8" TwinGrip Pliers
The 8" TwinGrip Pliers provides a firm grip from both the front & side. Thanks to its hardened teeth, it securely grips rounded or worn screw heads. This means you can swiftly work through a problem area with ease.

Electrical Components

Whether it’s lighting, sensors or motor control, e-bikes in particular present new challenges for electrical systems. With our 5 1/2" Electronics Super Knips® XL, individual conductors can be cut cleanly and cable ties can be cut flush without leaving any sharp edges. Our 7 1/4" ComStrip Automatic Wire Stripper 10-24 AWG automatically adapts to different cable cross-sections and quickly removes insulation without damaging the conductor ensuring reliable connections.

Cable fastening with cable ties

The 5 1/2" Electronics Super Knips® XL not only cuts fine materials with extreme precision but also cable ties. The cutting edge without a bevel allows cable ties to be cut flush, so there is no risk of injury from sharp cut edges.

Fitting lights to an e-bike

Bicycles with permanently fitted lights often have electrical cables that require careful handling. Our compact insulation stripper automatically adapts to different cable cross-sections and features a highly precise fine adjustment – ensuring no damage to the wires. Cables ranging from 10 - 24 AWG (0.2 to 6 mm²) can be cut and stripped quickly and precisely.

  • 5 1/2" Electronics Super Knips® XL
  • 7 1/4" ComStrip Automatic Wire Stripper 10-24 AWG
Elektrik
Elektrik
Precise, flush cutting
The 5 1/2" Electronics Super Knips® XL is a must-have tool for working with cable ties. It cuts the excess length flush with the surface and, thanks to its compact design, allows for precise work even in hard-to-reach places. The integrated opening spring and the smooth-running hinge also ensure comfortable handling.

Handlebars, Forks & Seatposts

The 7 1/2" Combination Shears features hardened, precision ground cutting edges that ensure clean cuts, for example when changing handlebar tape. Thanks to the full-surface contact of the jaws, the headset play can be adjusted using the 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench without damaging any components. For work on tubes, such as shortening seatposts, the 7 1/4" TubiX® Pipe Cutter offers a practical solution, with its QuickLock single-handed adjustment.

Handlebar tape replacement

Handlebar tape is replaced regularly. Thanks to their precision edge, our shears cut very cleanly and, above all, without slipping.

Adjusting headsets

For threaded handlebars and seatposts, several wrenches or a ratchet set are usually required. The pliers wrench offers a practical alternative here. The parallel, smooth gripping jaws can be adjusted to gripping capacities of up to 1 1/2" at the touch of a button. The action of the jaws allows connections to be tightened and released quickly using the ratchet principle similar to using a ratchet spanner.

Shortening the seatpost

The 7 1/4" TubiX® Pipe Cutter cuts aluminium and steel tubes with a diameter from 1/4" to 1 3/8" precisely and cleanly. It is suitable for shortening fork steerer tubes, handlebars and seatposts to the desired length. With the QuickLock one-hand locking mechanism, the pipe cutter can easily be adjusted to the respective pipe diameter. An integrated deburrer allows burrs to be removed immediately after cutting.

  • 7 1/2" Combination Shears
  • 7 1/4" Pliers Wrench
  • 7 1/4" TubiX® Pipe Cutter
Lenker, Gabel & Sattelstütze
Lenker, Gabel & Sattelstütze
Efficient cutting of metal tubes
Cutting metal tubes, including stainless steel pipes, is precise and straightforward with the 7 1/4" TubiX® Pipe Cutter. Thanks to the QuickLock function, the tool can be easily adjusted to the tube size within the capacity range, tightened and the tube cleanly severed by turning. The burr produced during cutting can be removed directly with the integrated deburrer. The rotary knob contains a spare wheel that can be changed quickly and without tools.

Bearings & Axles

When working on small and delicate bicycle components, Precision Snap Ring Pliers enable the effortless fitting and removal of circlips, which are frequently used on bearings in full-suspension bikes and other types of bicycles. With 6" Stainless Steel Gripping Tweezers, even the smallest parts such as springs, ball bearings or washers can be gripped securely and inserted or removed with precision in hard-to-reach places. Both tools are available with either straight or angled tips.

Fitting and removing external snap rings

If bearings need to be replaced on a full-suspension bike, the precision snap ring pliers with straight tips assist in replacing the snap rings. With a bolted joint and internal opening spring, these are made for heavy-duty continuous operation. For fitting snap rings ranging from 25/64" - 1".

Fitting and removing external snap rings

Inserted 90˚ angled tips allow for extra precision when installing or removing circlips. With a bolted joint and internal opening spring, these are made for heavy-duty continuous operation. For fitting snap rings ranging from 25/64" - 1".

Fitting and removing internal snap rings

When bearings need to be replaced on a full-suspension bike, the precision snap ring pliers with straight tips assist in replacing the snap rings. The large contact faces & position of the tips make it difficult for circlips to fly off. For fitting snap rings into bores, ranging from 15/32" - 1".

Fitting and removing internal snap rings

Inserted 90˚ angled tips allow for extra precision when installing or removing circlips in bore holes. With a bolted joint these are made for heavy-duty continuous operation. For fitting snap rings ranging from 15/32" - 1".

Replacing balls in bearings

Our 6" Stainless Steel Gripping Tweezers with straight tips, made from high-quality stainless steel, offer a reliable solution when working on small parts such as springs, balls, washers or threaded components.

Replacing balls in bearings

Our 6" Stainless Steel Gripping Tweezers with angled, pointed tips, made from high-quality stainless steel, offer a reliable solution when working on small parts such as springs, balls, washers or threaded components.

  • 5 1/2" External Precision Snap Ring Pliers
  • 5 1/8" External 90° Angled Precision Snap Ring Pliers
  • 5 1/2" Internal Precision Snap Ring Pliers
  • 5 1/8" Internal 90° Angled Precision Snap Ring Pliers
  • 6" Stainless Steel Gripping Tweezers-Pointed Tips
  • 6" Stainless Steel Gripping Tweezers--25° Angled-Pointed Tips
Lager & Achsen
Lager & Achsen
Easy and reliable installation of snap rings
An internal opening spring & bolted joint make installing or removing circlips a much simpler task. Depending on the application, we offer Circlip Pliers with different tip sizes and angles: straight or bent at a 90° angle.
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