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Old May 25, 2010 | 09:41 PM
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Old May 25, 2010 | 09:42 PM
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Originally Posted by confederate
Not sure that I would consider a vibrator a tool, but I'm sure that many would agree with you in the pink section of this forum.

 
Old May 25, 2010 | 09:56 PM
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Very nice kit there. I may consider picking one of those up. I guess my concern would be the quality of those tools. Thanks for sharing.
I was concerned too. I read a lot of reviews on line and decided to pick it up. I've used it a number of times not on my own ride, but in bar parking lots for other folks having issues and people are always surprised with how much useful stuff is packed in there and it all works. I've added a couple torx bits, that's about it.

I'm not tryin' to say the tools in this package are all Matco quality... but they're not Harbor Freight either.
 
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Depends on your skill level some people a 100grand wourth tools wouldnt fix a loose battery cable. seen an old biker weld a broken shifter with the battery and a coat hanger.
 
Old May 25, 2010 | 10:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr Haus
I carry a nice thick 8" tool...... just sayin...

Sound like you ARE a nice tool! HAHA, jackazz. I gotta good laugh from that...thanks
 
Old May 26, 2010 | 12:01 AM
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Adjustable wrench, multi-tip screwdriver, allen wrenches that fit my bike, a few sockets, and wrenches,zip ties, electrical tape. Just the tools that fit my bike so I can tighten loose bolt before they fall off. And a tire plug kit with Co2 air fill.
 
Old May 26, 2010 | 12:46 AM
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Originally Posted by bigstevex4
seen an old biker weld a broken shifter with the battery and a coat hanger.
That's what I am talking about, McGyver style!
 
Old May 26, 2010 | 07:26 AM
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