Tool Kit
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Tool Kit
Hi.
What are some essential tools I'd want on a long distance solo trip for my 2003 Road King Classic? I know HD makes this:
http://www.harley-davidson.com/store/tool-kit
I'm sure I can put this together for less money, but I'm more concerned about whether this tool kit covers what I'm likely to need for a road-side repair. I don't know myself, because I leave most of the maintenance to the shop.
Thanks.
What are some essential tools I'd want on a long distance solo trip for my 2003 Road King Classic? I know HD makes this:
http://www.harley-davidson.com/store/tool-kit
I'm sure I can put this together for less money, but I'm more concerned about whether this tool kit covers what I'm likely to need for a road-side repair. I don't know myself, because I leave most of the maintenance to the shop.
Thanks.
Road Master
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From: Mishawaka,Indiana
Think about what you might fix (or tighten up) and go from there. I carry a snap-on m/c kit but cost's $300. always add zip ties and tape. Look at http://www.cruztools.com/ for idea's. The most important thing I carry is a tire repair kit and compressor. Mike
Made up my own kit - put it in a Zipper bag I picked up at WalMart for $5.
3/8" - 5/8" combination wrenches, ratchet screwdriver with 6 diff sizes in handle, 3/8" - 3/4" x 3/8" drive sockets & 3/8" drive ratchet, 10" Crescent & channel locks , and allen whench set. A couple of hose clamps, some pull ties, and electrical tape.
Stay in the bottom of my saddle bag. I've never needed it for mine but have helped out others.
3/8" - 5/8" combination wrenches, ratchet screwdriver with 6 diff sizes in handle, 3/8" - 3/4" x 3/8" drive sockets & 3/8" drive ratchet, 10" Crescent & channel locks , and allen whench set. A couple of hose clamps, some pull ties, and electrical tape.
Stay in the bottom of my saddle bag. I've never needed it for mine but have helped out others.
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Think about what ya really might do alongside the road. I carry a Cruztlool multi tool, leatherman, 10" crescent, Stop and go tire kit with co2 cartridges, along with some wire ties and duct tape. The rest is on the credit card...
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From: Puyallup Wa.
Get a wind zone kit call it a day and go for a ride. Factually you're more likely not to need it than need it.
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I would add some bailing wire and duct tape to the kits shown above. I also carry a cheap multi-meter. The things I've used most: cell phone, credit card and extended service plan. Most of the trips all I needed was gas. Have a great trip.
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I'd add one of those 1 gallon gas cans that fit in the saddlebag.
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From: new caney, tx
I carry the basic tool kit that came with my bike.. Along with tape zip ties and a pressure gauge.. Never needed to use anything while out on the road..did have to unroll everything to help a buddy out one.i guess they served their purpose.