HD newb here,

Copied this from another tool kit contents:

Includes: three hex keys (5/32", 3/16", and 1/4"), two Torx keys (T25, T27), slotted and Phillips screwdrivers, a socket driver with 3/8", 7/16", and 1/2" sockets, 10mm box and 9/16" open-end wrenches

Any recommendations on what else I should include or take out? FYI, I'm not a wrencher and just need to be able to do some basic stuff in a pinch.

RJ

 

There is already a thread on this, here:
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/sport...and-tools.html

The tools you have listed would leave you sadly ill equipped to handle basic maintenance or an emergency.

 

A pair of vise grips,jackknife,some duct tape,twine and some tie wraps.

 

Thanks, list of items wasn't posted before I posted my question. The list will definitely help......

FYI, here is the tool list from the other post:

Start by putting together a compact roadside emergency tool kit that can be easily stashed on the bike. This will include:

Allen keys
Torx keys
6-way screwdriver
Several open end wrenches
A box end wrench
Ford wrench and extender
Sparkplug socket
Needle-nosed pliers
Shock wrench
Pocket knife

This will do for most roadside repairs. For basic maintenance, you will supplement these tools with:

1/4" and 3/8" drive socket/ratchet sets with extensions and swivels
Inch/lbs (3/8"-drive) and foot/lbs (1/2"-drive) torque wrenches
Allen bits
Torx bits
Hammer
3/8" impact driver

 

Why no mention of items that will allow you to fix a flat tire which is the most likely repair you might face while travelling? A cell phone is your greatest tool. Most mechanical failures can't be fixed on a roadside because you don't carry repair parts like throttle, clutch cables, etc, etc, Id carry a torx and hex bit kit with ratchets for anything that might come loose. Needle nose pliers, crescent wrench, Tire repair and inflate kit.

 

There will be many things others will tell you to include.

If you want it for maintenance, buy a foot/lb and inch/lb torque wrench.


If using it for keeping on the bike while riding don't forget an eyeglass repair kit.

With either don't forget a small flashlight and a dental mirror.

A few other things to have:

8' of surgical tubing.

Bailing wire.

Forceps

Needle nose pliers

Blue thread sealer

Small tape measure


Finally, buy quality tools. You get what you pay for. A cheap tool that fails on you is worthless. Buy the best you can afford. I personally like Craftsman. You'll hear others that spend on Snap-On. Just don't buy junk.