Tool pouch recommendations
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Tool pouch recommendations
Hi all,
I was thinking of outfitting a tool pouch and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations as to what types of tools and items I should think about stocking it with.
I plan on taking a trip out to the east coast of Canada this summer from Ontario.
I'm hoping that some of you that have been riding EVO's longer then I might have some tips.
I was thinking of outfitting a tool pouch and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations as to what types of tools and items I should think about stocking it with.
I plan on taking a trip out to the east coast of Canada this summer from Ontario.
I'm hoping that some of you that have been riding EVO's longer then I might have some tips.
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Combination wrenches, 3/8" socket set, allen wrenches, torx if your bike has those. Vice grips, needle nose pliers, diagonal cutters. Inexpensive DVM, at least 1 clip lead. Multi-screwdriver set that is capable of getting to the tail light and turn signal screws. 12 point 1/4" socket. 10mm combination wrench. Get a tool bag thing that people strap over the front fender, put all the stuff in there, put that in your saddle bag. I don't like stuff over the fender, as I think it blocks the air flow to the motor.
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I agree with Dr. Hess.....
Mine is a Cruz tools set....however, I did add a few things though like zip ties and electrical tape. Oh, and fuel line stashed away. It just rides in the right side saddle bag.
When I had my Dyna Convertible.....
Mine is a Cruz tools set....however, I did add a few things though like zip ties and electrical tape. Oh, and fuel line stashed away. It just rides in the right side saddle bag.
When I had my Dyna Convertible.....
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I used to carry a lot of tools, then realized, just what am I going to be able to fix on the road without spare parts and a service manual. Now I carry allens, small and large cresent, combo screwdriver, electrical tape, some jumper wire and zip ties and a small flashlight. Also I have a rider on my insurance for roadside breakdowns.
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I used to carry a lot of tools, then realized, just what am I going to be able to fix on the road without spare parts and a service manual. Now I carry allens, small and large cresent, combo screwdriver, electrical tape, some jumper wire and zip ties and a small flashlight. Also I have a rider on my insurance for roadside breakdowns.
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Yes, I agree, but prep your bike for the ride and know its weaknesses and a few spare parts will come in handy, was just speaking from my own experiences. 
No need to go over board, like when you go camping the first time, you bring everything just in case. After a few campouts you find out what you need and really don't need. jmho Sorta have to play the odds.
No need to go over board, like when you go camping the first time, you bring everything just in case. After a few campouts you find out what you need and really don't need. jmho Sorta have to play the odds.
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Bikers Choice has a couple of very nice tool bags. If you have hard bags there is a company that makes tool holders that replace the cloth straps that limit how far your bag opens, I have them on our bagger. It makes it easy to find your tools, it beats digging through the bag looking for it. Hope this helps.
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Service manual fits on a thumb drive. Or a laptop, as the case may be.
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