Happy New year to all ��
Just reviving old tread ...
Going true same problem 2 snapped studs on 1100 rt , try weld nut still wouldn't budge , anyway long story short ... if i drill studs out and damage tread what about tap out to next size M10 ? Anyone try this ?
I have drilled them out lots of time, a few times it's been slightly off centre, but I then used a helicoil kit, and it's been fine!
Use carbide drills, and centre punch it well, you may have to grind the stud flat first!