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Old Feb 20, 2010 | 12:39 AM
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The question is one tool not a set with a rachet
I'll accept that answer... Thanks for all the replies... the sarcastic ones and the serious ones, though I was hoping for more motorcycle repair tool related answers. This thread's been entertaining.
 
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Old Feb 20, 2010 | 12:59 AM
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T-27! (Torx)
 
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Old Feb 20, 2010 | 03:52 AM
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The Wadsworth Mini Ratchet is the best tool in the world. Available thru Amazon, and yes, it comes with a T-27.

 
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Old Feb 20, 2010 | 04:46 AM
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Old Feb 20, 2010 | 06:40 AM
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My most used bike tool is HDforums.com via internet, second is my service manual.
 
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Old Feb 20, 2010 | 07:59 AM
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My pocket knife is the one tool I use most, no matter what I'm working on. Bike, car, truck, boat, house. It even gets used in the office.
 
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Old Feb 20, 2010 | 08:24 AM
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My Beretta. Since I haven't ridden in 3 months.
 
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You only need two tools in life. WD40 & Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and should - use WD40. If it moves and shouldn't - use the Duct Tape..........
 
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