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« on: February 26, 2016, 06:19:18 PM » |
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I'm going to throw a tool kit/emergency kit to keep in my hard bag.
Any suggestions on what I should keep on hand.
Being a metric bike, will all the nuts and such be metric? Should I keep any standard sockets?
Looking forward to seeing what you guys keep on board
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Gryphon Rider
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« Reply #1 on: February 26, 2016, 07:12:37 PM » |
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The stock tool kit is pretty good, assuming you have it.
Other things to carry:
12VDC tire inflator
tire plug kit (I use a Stop & Go pocket tire plugger kit)
spare bulbs & fuses
both spare throttle cables
All stock fasteners are metric.
FYI
5/16" = 8mm
3/4" = 19mm
7/8" = 22mm (not sure if anything on a Valkyrie fits 22mm)
1-1/16" = 27mm (I think there's something 27mm on the bike, like maybe the rear axle nut)
No inch-sized wrench will fit a 10mm nut/bolt, and 10mm is very common on the Valkyrie, so make sure you have one or two 10mm wrenches/sockets with you.
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Crackerborn
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« Reply #2 on: February 26, 2016, 07:36:22 PM » |
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I do carry standard sockets in the tool kit, but not for the Big Girl. A compact battety booster is also nice but again, I have never needed it for the Big Girl just certain other brands that seem to litter the roadways.
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #3 on: February 27, 2016, 03:35:17 AM » |
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Don't put too much in there. Try to add at least one Valkyrie thing
that breaks... I have the right handlebar control box. At rides when
some Valkyrie thing breaks someone is always pulling a replacement
alternator or something out and getting everyone going again...
-Mike
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« Reply #4 on: February 27, 2016, 05:40:38 AM » |
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I carry Allen wrenches, sae & metric. The sae for Kury stuff. Also carry electrical tape wrapped around a wrench handle.
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Brian
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« Reply #5 on: February 27, 2016, 06:15:26 AM » |
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Don't forget a tire air pressure gauge.
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« Reply #6 on: February 27, 2016, 08:53:59 AM » |
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Besides above:
Electrical tape, zip ties, needlenose pliers, small vice grip, small stick file, something to stop the kickstand from penetrating soft/hot asphalt, a headband (hands free) LED light (often necessary even in daylight repairs), spare key (better in the wallet than a locked bag).
On tire repair kits, I like full size T-handle reamer and plugger tools, using the small screwdriver-handle ones that come in bike kits is a real PITA and hands pushing through steel belts. And, you get a better repair instead of a slower leak.
If you're going to carry (metric) sockets, get a quarter inch set.
One .38 spl revolver and one loaded speed loader. (unless it's on your person). In case you have to put a deer or injured pedestrian down.
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« Reply #7 on: February 27, 2016, 08:48:07 PM » |
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A JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard) #2 Phillips screwdriver. You will be surprised at how much better the fit is compared to SAE Phillips.
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« Reply #8 on: February 28, 2016, 03:26:06 AM » |
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Flat tires are my biggest concern so I take note when I change front and rear wheels as to what tools I needed and try and carry those, along with tire plugs and air pump. If you clean and do your on maintenance, repairs, you will think of things that you want to carry. I have one saddlebag with probably 25 + pounds of tools and stuff.
I changed a tire on the side of the road many years ago, and in the rain. Good thing it was a Honda 750 and not my Interstate.
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« Reply #10 on: February 28, 2016, 04:35:49 PM » |
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Cell phone, AMA card, Visa card.
Tool rollup with JIS drivers, metric sockets/ratchet/extension, multi-driver, electrical crimper/connectors/tape, fuses, 12 gauge wire, tire puncture kit, compressor, duct tape, zip ties, box cutter, light bulbs.
Bungee cords, ratchet straps, cleaners, cloths, paper towels, quart of oil, etc. Doesn't leave much room in the saddle bags for more than cold weather and rain gear, but I can leave the driveway and not worry if I'm out all day or weekend.
Fred.
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« Reply #11 on: February 28, 2016, 05:56:11 PM » |
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« Reply #12 on: February 28, 2016, 06:13:27 PM » |
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Most of the above.
Sockets for the front and rear axle's. And something to turn them with.
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heavyd
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« Reply #13 on: February 29, 2016, 05:29:59 PM » |
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My extras may have been mentioned, I skimmed over a bit. I have added a small ball pein hammer, multi-tool, a short wire with male blade connectors for jumping fuses or relays in a real jam. A spare 40A relay, an adjustable wrench, pair of vice grips and a spare filler cover for the final drive gear oil.
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« Reply #14 on: February 29, 2016, 05:31:56 PM » |
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and of course lots of zip ties in a variety of sizes. It can be amazing what enough zip ties will fix in a pinch.
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« Reply #15 on: March 01, 2016, 02:44:40 AM » |
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just me, but in an effort to carry critical items while reducing weight and space issues, if you have vise grips (which most people will have, I would forgo "electrical crimpers' as a necessity. pliers and vise grips can be used to get the job done.
also, if you don't have a center stand or jack for the bike, being able to remove remove the back tire is moot, is it not. so why carry that extra cargo.
yeh I know the old saying......the one tool you don't think you need...
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« Reply #16 on: March 01, 2016, 04:28:11 AM » |
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I have the stock tool kit, a few extra fuses and just ordered a Stop N Go tire repair kit that has the plugs and compressor--$64 and free shipping. (I'll buy just about anything with free shipping.) I haven't taken any trips longer than a couple of hours, and the one I did take had lots of other Valk riders.
I am contemplating a trip to Pawley's Island and you can be sure that I will access this forum to try and plan the best combination of tools and other essentials. Having not gone any any long trips, my worst fear is getting about 6 hours into a two day (or a long one day 14 hour) trip and deciding my 65 year old bones won't go for it.
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #17 on: March 01, 2016, 06:42:56 AM » |
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I have the stock tool kit, a few extra fuses and just ordered a Stop N Go tire repair kit that has the plugs and compressor--$64 and free shipping. (I'll buy just about anything with free shipping.) I haven't taken any trips longer than a couple of hours, and the one I did take had lots of other Valk riders.
I am contemplating a trip to Pawley's Island and you can be sure that I will access this forum to try and plan the best combination of tools and other essentials. Having not gone any any long trips, my worst fear is getting about 6 hours into a two day (or a long one day 14 hour) trip and deciding my 65 year old bones won't go for it.
You probably already have plans... other than going to the homes of friends or family, this is the only place I know of at the beach I care to go: http://www.seaviewinn.com/-Mike |
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« Reply #18 on: March 01, 2016, 07:26:58 AM » |
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I'm 68 the start of each riding season I start doing some 100 mile rides to condition the operator. Last year an 8 hour ride didn't hurt but I was glad to arrive at my destination. The Valk isn't the only thing needing to be tuned for the ride  |
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« Reply #19 on: March 01, 2016, 09:26:08 AM » |
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i to have a tire repair kit, but I was surprised one day after a couple hour ride at some high speeds at times, I slowed to enter my street and all of a sudden the back washed out and stopped. I had my wife get off and she said the rears flat.
surprised and thankful it didn't go when I was cruising, I got off and looked. I couldn't believe that I had a 4 inch slice in the side wall.....repair kit wasn't going to help.
looked around for something on the road that may had rocked when the tire got on it and sliced the sidewall.....nothing!
still don't know to this day why, but was scary as hell
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