I am not much of a wrench but if its easyI don't mind trying. I found one of my saddle bags coming loose didn't have simple wrenches went to Sears picked up a set and a Torx driver set. What other basic tools will I need for simple jobs?

 

A good variety of combination wrenches, screwdrivers, sockets, and torx bits (also known as "star" bits). A torque wrench and some locktite would also be good to have handy.

 

A Service Manuel, a Parts Manuel, and a Motorcycle Jack.

Basic tool set, (Wrenches, socket set, screw drivers,) and torque wrench, (Inch pound and foot pound) a good inspection mirror, a set of mechanical fingers, different size hammers, Blue locktite.

Did I say aService Manual?

 

Make sure your torx set has 25 & 27 in there. You'll need a set of hex drivers or keys. Get a good 3/8" in drive socket set. A torque wrench is a good idea; two would be better - in-lbs & ft-lbs. That will get ya started. Be prepared to buy more if you do more yourself.

 

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item....e&tool=all

Click on the link and then on the PDF file thatit lists the contents. Copy that down, print it out then go to Sears and get a Craftsman tool for each item on that list. You will be in their! And fair a lot better in the $$ end as well.



This 33 pc. kit services most American manufactured motorcycles. From battery service, cable and clutch adjustments, to gas tank and seat removal, this set covers roadside maintenance and emergency repairs. Set is conveniently organized and stored in a gas tank shape bag measuring 10” long, 5 1/2” wide, and 2 1/4” high and is small enough to fit almost anywhere. Optional CT2 Circuit Tester and KERA100C Multi-Tool enhance set capabilities even further.

Set Components and Applications
CYCLESET includes:
T936 - 1/4” Drive Ratchet
TM5 - 1/4” Drive Sliding T-Handle - used with 1/4” sockets
TMBS8A - 1/4” Drive Magnetic Bit Holder
SDM3708 - 1/3” Hex Bit - rear brake master cylinder reservoir
SDM3710 - 5/32” Hex Bit - handle bar controls
SDM3712 - 3/16” Hex Bit - misc. cover
SDM3714 - 7/32” Hex Bit - clutch pressure plate adjustment and long wrench for turning plug sockets
SDM3716 - 1/4” Hex Bit
SDMA4720 - 5/16” Hex Bit - air cleaner cover and filter, rear passenger foot plate and brake caliper remover
SDMA4724 - 3/8” Hex Bit - for transmission dip stick
SDMTA45 - T45 Torx Bit - rear rotors
SDMTA40 - T40 Torx Bit - gas tank removal, primary drain plug removal and battery hold down
SDMT427 - T27 Torx Bit - outer fairing, ignition switch cap and housing, control lever fasteners, derby cover housing and chain cover inspection
SDMT425 and SDMT430 - T25 and T30 Torx Bits - used on switches and clutch and derby covers
SDMT415 - T15 Torx Bit - handle bars
SDM522A and SDM516A - #2 Phillips and Small Slotted Bit - mirrors, master cylinder, ignition switch button, seat removal, turn signal light lens and head light replacement
SDM519A - Large Slotted Bit - misc. adjustments
S9706KRA - 5/8” Spark Plug Socket (3/8" drive)
S9704KR - 13/16” Spark Plug Socket (3/8" drive)
FB361A - Spark Plug Gap Tool - fractional sizes .020” to .1”
OEXM10B - 10mm Battery Cable Wrench
GAJ8A - 8” Adjustable Wrench - Various applications
1/4” Drive Flank Drive 6 pt. sockets:
TM8 - 1/4” 6 pt. socket
TM10 - 5/16” 6 pt. socket
TM12 - 3/8” 6 pt. socket - cable adjustment
TM14 - 7/16” 6 pt. socket- saddlebag adjustment
TM16 - 1/2” 6 pt. socket- clutch cable, mirrors and pinch bolts
TM18 - 1/4” 6 pt. socket - belt adjustment and clutch cable


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Stock #
CYCLESET

Name
Set, Motorcycle Tool

Price[color=red]**
$249.00

 

Did you say service manual?

 

You can never have too many tools. I have a Craftsman Black bottom, middle drawers and top chock full, and damn if I dont come up a tool short at times for something I am doing...drives me nutz!

You may want to invest in a metric socket set, preferably 12 point as some of the fasteners(example: caliper bolts)are odd sized and metric seems to be right.

 

YeahI know that problem, butI got an easy fix for mine. I call my older brother and remind him to bring back the tool he "borrowed".

 

Don't order the service Manuel orthe parts Manuel...it will probably be written in Spanish.

 

Yea I foundthe emergency wrench Ineeded at my little brothers. I did take it back and put itright where I found it. I'm **** like that! Thats what put me on this mission.