Tools for the road

Sayen · 09-27-2009

VN800, so I have two secure tool containers. One has my registration and insurance, along with a short jumper cable for the battery. The other side of the bike has a nice big locking storage spot, and I've been experimenting with various tools. I obviously don't want to carry my entire garage, but what tools or equipment do you consider necessary for the occasional odd repair on the road for road trips?

I have what I need to pull off the seat, do quick tightenings of the frame, maglight if we're traveling at night, couple wire ties, small wrench to get to the chain for on the road lubes...

Trying to pack light, but I've already bailed myself out once when I had to make an adjustment to the rear brake while out riding.

MFolks · 09-27-2009

A roll of duct tape,some medium sized vise-grips,and a battery powered emergency LED flashing light(red) for breakdowns should be included(I think).

Sayen · 09-27-2009

LED light is a good idea. I carried duct tape for a while, but in the AZ heat next to the bike engine it turns to goo too quickly. I replaced it with a couple of zip ties, which I already needed once to reattach a cable on a friend's bike after a minor road bruise.

gpzrocker · 09-28-2009

toilet paper.

V2K_CCTX · 09-28-2009

there was another tool thread a few days ago...should probably merge them

V2K_CCTX · 09-28-2009

^^^ WTF....moderators!!!

Sayen · 09-28-2009

C'mon now, I'm trying to figure out how to fit THAT into my toolbox.

*trikebubble* · 09-28-2009

Yeh, I figured you guys would take your time reporting that one.

idmtchris · 09-29-2009

A card with the number to emergency roadside assistance.

brown recluse · 09-29-2009

Along the same idea as the zip ties: Velcro strips. I see them where they sell electronics to keep the wires bundled together. They are adjustable and reusable. I have them because my rain gear is too big. I cinch down the sleeves to keep them from balooning up.

Instead of the Maglight, I suggest something like the Nuwai Q-III LED. The battery lasts a very long time when not in use and the light is a lot better than the Mini-Mag.

V2K_CCTX · 09-29-2009

well a wad of 100 bills never left my day sour

09-27-2009	#1 (permalink)
Sayen Still On The Kickstand BTK Beginner Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 44	Tools for the road VN800, so I have two secure tool containers. One has my registration and insurance, along with a short jumper cable for the battery. The other side of the bike has a nice big locking storage spot, and I've been experimenting with various tools. I obviously don't want to carry my entire garage, but what tools or equipment do you consider necessary for the occasional odd repair on the road for road trips? I have what I need to pull off the seat, do quick tightenings of the frame, maglight if we're traveling at night, couple wire ties, small wrench to get to the chain for on the road lubes... Trying to pack light, but I've already bailed myself out once when I had to make an adjustment to the rear brake while out riding.

09-27-2009	#2 (permalink)
MFolks Needs A Real Job BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Springfield Mo Posts: 3,509	A roll of duct tape,some medium sized vise-grips,and a battery powered emergency LED flashing light(red) for breakdowns should be included(I think). __________________ Mike Folks

09-28-2009	#5 (permalink)
V2K_CCTX RIDING LIKE I STOLE IT BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Posts: 7,413	there was another tool thread a few days ago...should probably merge them __________________ 07 ZX14 Kawi Lime Green (32/50) 07 VN2000LT White/Ti 07 GV650 03 BMW 745Li 00 VW 1.8T Beetle

09-28-2009	#6 (permalink)
V2K_CCTX RIDING LIKE I STOLE IT BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Posts: 7,413	^^^ WTF....moderators!!! __________________ 07 ZX14 Kawi Lime Green (32/50) 07 VN2000LT White/Ti 07 GV650 03 BMW 745Li 00 VW 1.8T Beetle

09-28-2009	#8 (permalink)
trikebubble Slow Guy on a Fast Bike Extreme Forum Supporter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Okanagan Falls, BC Posts: 22,631	Yeh, I figured you guys would take your time reporting that one. __________________ 08 Midnite Sapphire Blue ZX-14

09-27-2009	#3 (permalink)
Sayen Still On The Kickstand BTK Beginner Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 44	LED light is a good idea. I carried duct tape for a while, but in the AZ heat next to the bike engine it turns to goo too quickly. I replaced it with a couple of zip ties, which I already needed once to reattach a cable on a friend's bike after a minor road bruise.

09-28-2009	#4 (permalink)
gpzrocker Clutch Cadet BTK Expert Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Western NC Posts: 351	toilet paper.

09-28-2009	#7 (permalink)
Sayen Still On The Kickstand BTK Beginner Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 44	C'mon now, I'm trying to figure out how to fit THAT into my toolbox.

09-29-2009	#9 (permalink)
idmtchris 2007 900 Classic Forum Supporter Join Date: May 2007 Location: Graham, WA Posts: 1,499	A card with the number to emergency roadside assistance. __________________ Degenerate Gambler

09-29-2009	#10 (permalink)
brown recluse Vulcan 500 Rider BTK Intermediate Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: South East US. Posts: 153	Along the same idea as the zip ties: Velcro strips. I see them where they sell electronics to keep the wires bundled together. They are adjustable and reusable. I have them because my rain gear is too big. I cinch down the sleeves to keep them from balooning up. Instead of the Maglight, I suggest something like the Nuwai Q-III LED. The battery lasts a very long time when not in use and the light is a lot better than the Mini-Mag.

09-29-2009	#11 (permalink)
V2K_CCTX RIDING LIKE I STOLE IT BTK Expert Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Corpus Christi, TX Posts: 7,413	well a wad of 100 bills never left my day sour __________________ 07 ZX14 Kawi Lime Green (32/50) 07 VN2000LT White/Ti 07 GV650 03 BMW 745Li 00 VW 1.8T Beetle

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