HD Tool Kit, Who keeps it with them?
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Upstate SC
I always keep a toolkit in my bag and have used it several times. Especially on my previous 96 EVO RK. I just got a new 08 FLHT but didn't get a toolkit with it. I need to ask the dealer if I was supposed to.
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Baton Rouge, LA
My '07 SG came with a rudimentary tool kit, and I've added to it, mostly spare tools I had in my tool cabinet. I thought out what I might need in an emergency and went from there. Essentialss include a tire-plug kit and a small electric air compressor that plugs in the cig lighter. That pump has gotten my azz out of a crack twice so far in about three years, as has the tire-plug kit. Another item I always carry is a spare H4 bulb.
Since the standard HD kit is too small fit many more tools, I bought a small tool bag to fit it and the extra stuff. I put a small towel under it to keep it from banging around and I've had no problem with it sliding in the saddlebag (that I know of).
Since the standard HD kit is too small fit many more tools, I bought a small tool bag to fit it and the extra stuff. I put a small towel under it to keep it from banging around and I've had no problem with it sliding in the saddlebag (that I know of).
Last edited by iclick; Aug 14, 2008 at 05:55 PM.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: Hudson Valley- NY
No toolkit with my Dyna or RK (used) either. I have the Windzone Essentials kit and carry it with me wherever I go. I've even put it in the car on a long trip, you never know and I'd hate to get stranded because I don't have a screwdriver or other simple tool.
$47.00 shipped to my door off of E-bay, can't beat that.
$47.00 shipped to my door off of E-bay, can't beat that.
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Joined: Jun 2006
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From: Vermont
Wish mine could slide around in the saddlebag! I have my chaps, rain gear, tool kit, suspension air pump and tire gauge in my saddlebag at all times. Mama's chaps, rain gear and first aid kit in the other side.
Cruiser
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 137
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From: USA
used mine
I keep mine in the right bag underneath my rain gear. I used it on my last trip to TN to adjust the highway pegs.
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Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Baltimore County, MD
I now have the ($47 from eBay) Windzone EK-1HD Motorcycle Tool Kit. I usually carry enough tools to install accessories and such. That way, if I have to take off the fairing or tighten something, I have the right torx driver. I also have a plug kit and CO2 air.
I was on a group ride a few years ago at breakfast and someone on a Sportster said, "You dresser guys carry everything; got a wrench?" At that point, I handed him a full socket set.
Tony
http://www.tontodonato.com
I was on a group ride a few years ago at breakfast and someone on a Sportster said, "You dresser guys carry everything; got a wrench?" At that point, I handed him a full socket set.
Tony
http://www.tontodonato.com
Last edited by hdatontodo; Aug 14, 2008 at 08:55 PM.
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Road Master
Joined: Apr 2008
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From: MKE, WI
I now have the ($47 from eBay) Windzone EK-1HD Motorcycle Tool Kit. I usually carry enough tools to install accessories and such. That way, if I have to take off the fairing or tighten something, I have the right torx driver. I also have a plug kit and CO2 air.
I was on a group ride a few years ago at breakfast and someone on a Sportster said, "You dresser guys carry everything; got a wrench?" At that point, I gave handed him a full socket set.
Tony
http://www.tontodonato.com
I was on a group ride a few years ago at breakfast and someone on a Sportster said, "You dresser guys carry everything; got a wrench?" At that point, I gave handed him a full socket set.
Tony
http://www.tontodonato.com
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