Putting together a tool kit
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Putting together a tool kit
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
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
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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.
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.
Last edited by lo-rider; Feb 2, 2013 at 10:05 AM.
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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.
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.
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
Last edited by RLJ; Feb 2, 2013 at 10:55 AM. Reason: added list
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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.
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From: NE Philly
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.
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.
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