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Old 02-13-2005, 07:33 PM
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If a person was to dig thru their tool box and select a bunch of tools to take with them on road trips, What tools would they select?
 
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Old 02-13-2005, 08:16 PM
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Torx and Allens, cuz not everybody has em.
 
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Old 02-13-2005, 08:42 PM
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My Leatherman and my cell phone.

 
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Old 02-13-2005, 10:04 PM
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It is awfully hard to beat WindZone toolkits for HD's. The HD specific kits under $50 and others with more goodies for more dollars....
http://www.beza.biz/windzone/harley_davidson_tool_kits

 
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Old 02-13-2005, 10:56 PM
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I carry a windzone kit. most everything you could every need, that and a cell phone
 
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Old 02-13-2005, 11:00 PM
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Cell Phones offer a false sense of security.....IMHO.
 
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Old 02-14-2005, 12:27 AM
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3/8 to 5/8 end wrenches, spark plug socket, 3/8 ratchet and extension, 3/4 in. socket(Oil and Trans Plug), oil filter wrench, 6" and 8" cresents, screwdriver, torx and allen set that will do handlebar controls, derby cover, fairing, etc., small pair of vise grips, small pair of channel locks.

I also have a single quart oil spout that has a shut off on it(Wal-mart .99) an assortment of plastic wire ties, and a roll of electricial tape, and a mini-mag flashlight. Might be some other stuff, but I'm too lazy to go out to the garage and look.

I can change all the fluids beside the road in about 15 minutes. I am very **** about such things, and when the miles hit I change, no matter where I am. Well, within reason. I change somewhere I can legally dump the old fluids. Most service stations and Harley Shops will dispose of oil for about 1.00.

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i just went and bought a windzone kit on e-bay for $32, I figure it will be nice to have on our trip to Cali. thanks for the info!
 
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The windzone site is a big help on the various tools needed, I already have all of the tool they list.
 
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Old 02-14-2005, 03:11 AM
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Windzone toolkit, Cell phone, and a credit card
 


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