Tool kit
Extreme HDF Member
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I carry about 15lbs of tools. Basically, I went over my bike with my home tool set and looked at every fastener/job I think I might need or have to perform on the side of the road, made a list, and went to a cheapo tool store and bought the tools. I put them in a 3 buck zippered bag from Walmart. It is far more complete than one of the premade tool kits you can buy and cost less $$, as well.
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Port St. Lucie, FL
I use the Windzone EK-1HD tool kit. Not from Hundred Dollar, but a kit nonetheless. A darned good one at that.
You can find them on eBay for $47 plus free shipping.
You can find them on eBay for $47 plus free shipping.
Thanks again,
Dennis
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2007
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From: Eastern Massachusetts
I use one of the Cruz Tools kits -- HD1, I think. After a few years, I suppose I'd be comfortable throwing out one of the plug wrenches. I've used almost everything else. I've added a set of small needle-nose pliers, a fuse-puller/tester, spare fuses and some zip ties.
Cruz or Windzone both good. I have had both the Windzone is better. I added, headlight bulb, (turn signal bulbs were included in my tool kit) I also added heat shrink, a tiny folding space blanket, a lighter, a set of Craftsmen Torx's, spare fuses, two long chem lights. Also have a set of ICE dog tags with my wifes contact information, and my blood type. PS I wear the tags around my neck not in the tool bag. They are very cheap and if you have a medical condition, might save your life, plus the peace of mind knowing that someone in your family will get notified. Stuff happens, and we often don't know when it will.
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Tourer
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 413
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From: South Dakota
I use the Windzone EK-1HD tool kit. Not from Hundred Dollar, but a kit nonetheless. A darned good one at that.
You can find them on eBay for $47 plus free shipping.
You can find them on eBay for $47 plus free shipping.
Road Captain
Joined: Jun 2008
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From: Just outside of Cleveland.
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...wner+Tool+Sets
I have one very similar to this which I filled with torx, some stubby wrenchs from Home Depot that were .99 each and a bunch of zip ties.
Someone on this forum once said "Every tool you use to work on your bike should be in your tool kit."
I follow that to a T. My tool bag is continually growing with each service.
I have one very similar to this which I filled with torx, some stubby wrenchs from Home Depot that were .99 each and a bunch of zip ties.
Someone on this forum once said "Every tool you use to work on your bike should be in your tool kit."
I follow that to a T. My tool bag is continually growing with each service.
6th Gear
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 10
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From: Chicago
In addition to the other things mentioned here (I have the Windzone with added tools) one important thing to put in there is a couple of $20's. You never know where you'll be when you actually need something and I've run across the "we don't take credit cards" so I keep some $20's hidden away in there.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2009
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From: Jefferson, Oregon
In addition to the other things mentioned here (I have the Windzone with added tools) one important thing to put in there is a couple of $20's. You never know where you'll be when you actually need something and I've run across the "we don't take credit cards" so I keep some $20's hidden away in there.
That is pretty solid advice! Stashing money away is always a great idea. This has been a great informative post! Thanks to all!