10-31-2018, 04:16 PM | #1 |
Join Date: Oct 2018
Location: Guatemala
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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, 04:24 PM | #2 |
Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: nashville
Posts: 574
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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 |
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Peoria, AZ
Posts: 334
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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 |
Join Date: Oct 2018
Location: Guatemala
Posts: 55
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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, 07:49 PM | #5 |
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Warshington
Posts: 928
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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
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10-31-2018, 07:57 PM | #6 |
Join Date: Aug 2016
Posts: 365
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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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11-03-2018, 12:00 AM | #12 |
Join Date: May 2015
Location: Utah
Posts: 53
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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, 03:13 PM | #14 |
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 1,913
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Craftsman ignition pliers.
Short section of chain and a tiny chain breaker. Inner tube for each tire size. |
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11-04-2018, 11:42 AM | #15 |
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: Mooresville NC
Posts: 2,106
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but then ya gotta add bubble gum.
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