Must carry items on our bikes

Juanca · 10-31-2018, 04:16 PM

I was looking at the calvarez post regarding his kick stand spring falling, and he mentioned that usually he carries zip ties and wires on his tool kit, so I said to myself, What would be the must items we should always carry on our bikes, taking into consideration that we got panniers.
I always have chain lube, wrenches, but what do you guys in your vast experience would suggest?

Thanks

imapdog · 10-31-2018, 04:24 PM

will have to think of things to fit in a burrito tube. maybe that could be a good marketing idea....

calvarez · 10-31-2018, 05:01 PM

I've never had an adventure bike before. So I was always carrying either a street/sport bike kit, or a dirt only kit. Things need to change, which is why I've put off actually doing something about it. Also I have two large and two small burrito tubes coming. I think a large will be great behind the left bag, and a small under the right bag. The others TBD or wait for another project. I also carry many things in my Jeep so that will help guide me for this bike (which is like a Jeep).

So, items...

Zip ties in short/small and long/large.
Some rolled up galvanized wire for tying things (not electrical wire).
Lineman's pliers.
Chain lube.
Clean cotton towels and red work rags.
Honda polish.
Flashlight.
Knife.
Glow stick.
Butane lighter and/or waterproof matches.
Emergency blanket.
Tools relevant for the bike.

More will come to me. Great idea on a thread!

Juanca · 10-31-2018, 07:02 PM

Happy to see this will help other.

I also think a portable tire inflation to connect to our 12V outlet, spare tire tubes, tire changing tools .

Let's keep thinking.

rjmorel · 10-31-2018, 07:49 PM

JB Weld or tootsie roll type epoxy to patch a small hole in engine cases. spare master link, spare key, tool kit with specific tools for that bike for axle nuts, S'plug ,allen wrenches or torx if needed, just off the top of my head, rj

Working_ZS · 10-31-2018, 07:57 PM

My list:

1. Flashlight - A large DeWalt LED worklight with a 6 AH lithium battery. It puts out a ton of light for up to 15+ hours if needed. It has a hook for hanging and can stand flat on its own. It can double as headlight if need be. See it here (you have to supply the battery; smaller AH batteries are available if you don't need it to run as long as me):

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SKOCRCW...541028279&sr=1

2. Nitrile gloves - To keep the hands clean. Toss them when I'm done.

3. WD40 - Lubes the chain and can drive water off of ignition components. Cleans the tools and helps prevent them from rusting.

4. Custom socket kit - Contains assortment of bits to fit the fasteners on the bike, allen, hex head, etc. Uses a 3/8" ratchet with an adapter for the smaller 1/4" drive sockets. Includes a 2" and 6" 1/4" drive extension.

5. Adjustable wrench x2 - They're any size that I need them to be.

6. Tire Irons x2 , Bead Buddy & Spare Front Tube - Flat repairs, tube will fit front or rear in a pinch.

7. ZIP Ties - Good name brand, UV resistant and releasable so they don't need to be cut.

8. Wire Cutters/Stripers - For Electrical Repairs.

9. Needle Nose Vice Grips - Can get into tighter places than regular nosed versions.

10. Multi-meter & Electrical Tape & Connectors - For electrical diagnostics and repair. For tape, use 3M Scotch Super 88 high temp tape. It's the good stuff.

11. Screwdriver Bit Set - Less space versus individual screwdrivers.

12. Hammer - Persuades stuff back into shape, or for when nothing else works.

13. First Aid Kit - For when the hammer malfunctions.

14. Spare Levers & Cables - Easier than jury-rigging and I've got the room.

15. Small Spray Bottle with Soapy Water - Aids tire repairs and cleans windscreen, helmet visor and headlight.

16. Microfiber Towels & Paper Towels - First one is for stuff I do not want to scratch and the second is disposable, for greasy or grimy stuff.

17 ROK Straps - Better than bungee cords.

wheelbender6 · 10-31-2018, 09:30 PM

Cork screw.

sqwert · 10-31-2018, 11:49 PM

Water.

Everything else depends on where and when, but always water.

calvarez · 11-01-2018, 12:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheelbender6

Cork screw.

Whiskey doesn't need one.

Sport Rider · 11-01-2018, 02:33 PM

duct tape. no southerner would be without this....

sqwert · 11-02-2018, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sport Rider

duct tape. no southerner would be without this....

Well, if you wanna be racist about it, don't forget the bailing wire.

StevieUT · 11-03-2018, 12:00 AM

An item not mentioned so far that I always have is self fusing/sealing silicone tape. That stuff is magic and has gotten me out of a couple jams!

bogieboy · 11-03-2018, 01:49 PM

Cant leave home without a spare master libk for the chain.... i learned that one the hard way....

Mudflap · 11-03-2018, 03:13 PM

Craftsman ignition pliers.
Short section of chain and a tiny chain breaker.
Inner tube for each tire size.

Sport Rider · 11-04-2018, 11:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sqwert

Well, if you wanna be racist about it, don't forget the bailing wire.

but then ya gotta add bubble gum.

10-31-2018, 04:16 PM	#1
Juanca Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Guatemala Posts: 55	Must carry items on our bikes I was looking at the calvarez post regarding his kick stand spring falling, and he mentioned that usually he carries zip ties and wires on his tool kit, so I said to myself, What would be the must items we should always carry on our bikes, taking into consideration that we got panniers. I always have chain lube, wrenches, but what do you guys in your vast experience would suggest? Thanks
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10-31-2018, 07:49 PM	#5
rjmorel Join Date: May 2007 Location: Warshington Posts: 928	JB Weld or tootsie roll type epoxy to patch a small hole in engine cases. spare master link, spare key, tool kit with specific tools for that bike for axle nuts, S'plug ,allen wrenches or torx if needed, just off the top of my head, rj __________________ Live Zong, and Prosper
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10-31-2018, 07:57 PM	#6
Working_ZS Join Date: Aug 2016 Posts: 365	Tools I Carry My list: 1. Flashlight - A large DeWalt LED worklight with a 6 AH lithium battery. It puts out a ton of light for up to 15+ hours if needed. It has a hook for hanging and can stand flat on its own. It can double as headlight if need be. See it here (you have to supply the battery; smaller AH batteries are available if you don't need it to run as long as me): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SKOCRCW...541028279&sr=1 2. Nitrile gloves - To keep the hands clean. Toss them when I'm done. 3. WD40 - Lubes the chain and can drive water off of ignition components. Cleans the tools and helps prevent them from rusting. 4. Custom socket kit - Contains assortment of bits to fit the fasteners on the bike, allen, hex head, etc. Uses a 3/8" ratchet with an adapter for the smaller 1/4" drive sockets. Includes a 2" and 6" 1/4" drive extension. 5. Adjustable wrench x2 - They're any size that I need them to be. 6. Tire Irons x2 , Bead Buddy & Spare Front Tube - Flat repairs, tube will fit front or rear in a pinch. 7. ZIP Ties - Good name brand, UV resistant and releasable so they don't need to be cut. 8. Wire Cutters/Stripers - For Electrical Repairs. 9. Needle Nose Vice Grips - Can get into tighter places than regular nosed versions. 10. Multi-meter & Electrical Tape & Connectors - For electrical diagnostics and repair. For tape, use 3M Scotch Super 88 high temp tape. It's the good stuff. 11. Screwdriver Bit Set - Less space versus individual screwdrivers. 12. Hammer - Persuades stuff back into shape, or for when nothing else works. 13. First Aid Kit - For when the hammer malfunctions. 14. Spare Levers & Cables - Easier than jury-rigging and I've got the room. 15. Small Spray Bottle with Soapy Water - Aids tire repairs and cleans windscreen, helmet visor and headlight. 16. Microfiber Towels & Paper Towels - First one is for stuff I do not want to scratch and the second is disposable, for greasy or grimy stuff. 17 ROK Straps - Better than bungee cords.
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10-31-2018, 09:30 PM	#7
wheelbender6 Join Date: May 2015 Location: Houston area Posts: 1,902	Cork screw. __________________ "Its not WHAT you ride; its THAT you ride"
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10-31-2018, 04:24 PM	#2
imapdog Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: nashville Posts: 574	will have to think of things to fit in a burrito tube. maybe that could be a good marketing idea....
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10-31-2018, 05:01 PM	#3
calvarez Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 334	I've never had an adventure bike before. So I was always carrying either a street/sport bike kit, or a dirt only kit. Things need to change, which is why I've put off actually doing something about it. Also I have two large and two small burrito tubes coming. I think a large will be great behind the left bag, and a small under the right bag. The others TBD or wait for another project. I also carry many things in my Jeep so that will help guide me for this bike (which is like a Jeep). So, items... Zip ties in short/small and long/large. Some rolled up galvanized wire for tying things (not electrical wire). Lineman's pliers. Chain lube. Clean cotton towels and red work rags. Honda polish. Flashlight. Knife. Glow stick. Butane lighter and/or waterproof matches. Emergency blanket. Tools relevant for the bike. More will come to me. Great idea on a thread!
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10-31-2018, 07:02 PM	#4
Juanca Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Guatemala Posts: 55	Happy to see this will help other. I also think a portable tire inflation to connect to our 12V outlet, spare tire tubes, tire changing tools . Let's keep thinking.
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10-31-2018, 11:49 PM	#8
sqwert Join Date: Jun 2017 Posts: 382	Water. Everything else depends on where and when, but always water.
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11-01-2018, 02:33 PM	#10
Sport Rider Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Mooresville NC Posts: 2,047	duct tape. no southerner would be without this....
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11-03-2018, 12:00 AM	#12
StevieUT Join Date: May 2015 Location: Utah Posts: 53	An item not mentioned so far that I always have is self fusing/sealing silicone tape. That stuff is magic and has gotten me out of a couple jams!
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11-03-2018, 01:49 PM	#13
bogieboy Join Date: May 2013 Location: finger lakes NY Posts: 2,046	Cant leave home without a spare master libk for the chain.... i learned that one the hard way....
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11-03-2018, 03:13 PM	#14
Mudflap Join Date: Sep 2014 Posts: 1,885	Craftsman ignition pliers. Short section of chain and a tiny chain breaker. Inner tube for each tire size.
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