Emergency tool kit - The making.

that's a good tire repair kit.

normally, bikes come with a tool kit that allow you to adjust all the suspension parts, screw driver tool and a SPANNER! My Kawi and Yamaha were universal tools that had adapters for most general tools, with a spanner adapter. Couldn't believe the Strada didn't come with a cheapo spanner in the kit.

porkrind said:

I don't much love the CO2 bottles. I have a small electric pump that's about the same size as the set of bottles that I like. It was especially nice to have when I was doing more forest road riding. I could air down for the gravel and ruts, then air back up when I hit pavement again.

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Hmm. Nice idea. Thanks for the cue.

NewRider said:

Hmm. Nice idea. Thanks for the cue.

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Plus, if you're in a situation where you got a flat, maybe the odds are good that you'll get another. After you used the CO2 on the first flat, then what?

This is not the pump I have, but I like it's size.

http://www.aerostich.com/tools/tire-repair/pumps-air-compressors/aerostich-mini-compressor.html

I have the one they sell in Target under a number of different brand names. I think mine says 'Slime'.

porkrind said:

Plus, if you're in a situation where you got a flat, maybe the odds are good that you'll get another. After you used the CO2 on the first flat, then what?

This is not the pump I have, but I like it's size.

Aerostich Mini Compressor - Pumps & Air Compressors - Tire Repair - Tools :: Aerostich/RiderWearHouse Motorcycle Jackets, Suits, Clothing, & Gear

I have the one they sell in Target under a number of different brand names. I think mine says 'Slime'.

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Awesome! Thanks bud. Slime? lol funny name.

I like to build tool kits and always like to see what everyone thinks are important tools. Traveling so far from civilization does make self reliance more important. A twenty pound tool roll is not unreasonable.

Tire repairs are a high probability so I pack a small air compressor, plug kit and extra glue. Glue reduces the insertion force compared to a dry plug. Also carry the socket head wrenches for all the handlebar controls. I plan to replace the tamperproof torx on the throttle ctls with a regular sockethead at the first opportunity.

Larger, maybe duplicate, socketheads for the engine mounts.

Boxend wrenches for the foot controls and rear axle pinchbolts. Chain adjustment spanner and aluminum axle socket. 3/4 inch pullover handle and a cheater if you want to remove the rear wheel.

Consider a SPOT satélite device to call for help/rescue.

NewRider said:

Awesome! Thanks bud. Slime? lol funny name.

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It's the brand name of the company that got their start making the goo (or slime, I guess) that you pumped into dirt bike tubes to seal a flat.

'Slime' plus a 12V inflator is all that Mazda gave us with our MX-5...plus a jack and lug wrench.

The only problem with these goops is that they make an awful mess for the guy who changes the (tubeless) tire. In an inner tube, no problem.

The Toolkit Thread - ADVrider

Best thread for tool kits.

GTHawk said:

The Toolkit Thread - ADVrider

Best thread for tool kits.

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Great thread thanks!

just bought this little emergency puncture repair kit,
hoping not to use it, but nice to know its there.

GTHawk said:

The Toolkit Thread - ADVrider

Best thread for tool kits.

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Awesome thread!

I've posted this before but just stumbled on this thread:

4mm allen wrench to remove fairing.They include a 3 and a 5 but not a 4 - must be an italian thing. Remove lower fairing bolt - it has a 24 mm "reach behind" nut that's a pain in the ***. Just take it off.

Spare fuses - the fuse boxes may have spares but don't count on them being the right values.

In general - don't worry about the weight of the kit - bring what you think you need and what you can fit. The bike has 110hp - if your kit weighs 10lbs who cares.

appliance821 said:

I've posted this before but just stumbled on this thread:In general - don't worry about the weight of the kit - bring what you think you need and what you can fit. The bike has 110hp - if your kit weighs 10lbs who cares.

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You are correct. Wait does not really count BUT the tool bags has gainned several tool since and keep groing. I will probably have to update one day.