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Old 07-31-2010, 10:16 PM
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I'm preparing my tool bag in hopes for a few trips over the upcoming months. I wanted some input from a few of you guys/gals that have a few more miles on their tires than I do.
So far I have:
A set of hex keys / allen wrenches.
A torx wrench set with driver.
Vise grips, wire cutters, crescent wrench, screwdriver.
Lots of zip ties.
Tire pressure gauge.
Going to grab a few fuses and a relay.

Anything I'm missing? Any stories of something you wish you had on a trip? Something you would never ride without?
 
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I am ashamed to say I have no tool bag on my bike!!! I suppose it's mostly because I wouldn't know what to do with them if I needed them. Equally shameful.
 

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Old 08-01-2010, 12:24 AM
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I carry the the Windzone EK-1HD Toolkit, plus a siphon with a starter bulb.
 
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I think we just had this discussion but it was for going to Sturgis.

My tool box for my Harley is about like the tool box for my Ferrari. I open it up and write the check. Grin

Seriously, I'm going to call the tow truck, and write the check to the dealer. If I cannot afford to fix it, I'll go home and get the pickup and drag the bike home and fix it later.
 
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Old 08-01-2010, 12:35 AM
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Iv'e never needed more than a small adjustable wrench and a couple of zip ties, a cell phone and credit card are the real essentials.
 
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Old 08-01-2010, 07:38 AM
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Originally Posted by 3skulls
I'm preparing my tool bag in hopes for a few trips over the upcoming months. I wanted some input from a few of you guys/gals that have a few more miles on their tires than I do.
So far I have:
A set of hex keys / allen wrenches.
A torx wrench set with driver.
Vise grips, wire cutters, crescent wrench, screwdriver.
Lots of zip ties.
Tire pressure gauge.
Going to grab a few fuses and a relay.

Anything I'm missing? Any stories of something you wish you had on a trip? Something you would never ride without?
i think what you have gathered already is perfect. maybe a small poncho in case you get stuck in a downpour.
 
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A cell phone to call somebody with a big toolbox.
 
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Old 08-01-2010, 08:45 AM
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Cool Tool Bag ? wassat ?

Credit Card, a cell phone and AAA
I rely On extreme bike prep before I ride, an If It bites me,,I'll **** an moan

3skulls If yer on tubeless tires get a plug kit,,It'll get ya rollin
 
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I got a 1/2" wrench to tighten my V&H pipes every 100 miles or so. = the other stuff you have.
 
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you've about got it covered there 3skulls
 


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