What do YOU do if you have a mechanical break down on a ride out of town?
Having a complete tool kit for your bike is the most important item that you can carry with you when you ride. Whether you put one together yourself or buy a pre-made kit you will be glad to have it when you need it.
Here’s a few on the market kits that are available through various retailers. It goes without saying that if you are riding an import than you will need to buy a metric tool kit.
Make sure the kit that you buy has the tools in it that fit the various fittings on your bike.
Here’s a few that we would recommend taking a look at.
CruzTools Econo Kit H1 for Harley Davidsons
Price is about $80. Check it out at the Biker Hiway website.
Harley-Davidson Snap-On Tool Kit
Price is listed at $200 but I found it at Latus Motors for $194. Maybe you can find it 4 less.
This tool kit was developed specifically for Harley-Davidson by Snap-On to perform the most functions with the least amount of tools and weight. Provides all the right tools, without compromising quality or damaging your motorcycle's hardware. Lifetime warranty. Designed to provide the most tools in the least amount of space, this tool kit rolls into a compact pouch for easy transport.
Fits '00-later models (except FXR4 and VRSC™ models)
BikeMaster 17 Piece Tool Kit
Price are around $70 for this great metric kit. I found it at Orange Custom Cycle for about $65. Designed specifically for metric vehicles. Great for bikes that have a poor or no tool kit with them. Don't get caught on the road tool-less this could save you a long walk. Open ended wrenches: 11, 12, 13, 14, 16 and 17mm sizes.10mm combination wrench.
What do YOU do if you have a flat on that long ride out in the middle on nowhere?”
Even though motorcycle tires are a lot better than they were there is still a chance of picking up a sharp object out on the road. Most long distance riders carry some sort of pressure to pump the tire up enough to get to a repair center. However, you still need the material to repair the tire before you re-inflate it. Here’s a few kits that you can consider buying to put in your saddlebag.
Genuine Innovations Motorcycle and ATV Tire Repair Kit Price: $60.00
Let's face it, flat tires are a drag. But it doesn’t have to slow you down.
For 20 years, Genuine Innovations has pioneered the technology behind CO2 tire inflation. Whether you ride a cruiser, an ATV/UTV or a scooter, it’s a fact that flat tires WILL happen. Our Emergency Tire Repair Kits are quick and simple to use, and best of all, won’t leave you stranded. All four of these kits are small enough to store underneath your seat. We make the world’s best selling CO2 tire inflators, all made in the USA and backed up with a lifetime warranty. Whether you’re going around the block or around the world, don’t be caught without one!
Posse Tire Repair & Inflation Kit Price: $32.95
Pit Posse makes a great co2 tire repair kit much like Genuine Innovations but for about half the price. Don't be stranded again with a flat tire.Each large capacity cartridge will fill a standard motorcycle front or rear tire. Kit includes necessary items for repair of tubeless or tube tires.
Kit includes: CO2 inflator, 3-16 gram CO2 cartridges, handle reamer and installer with 5 string plugs, rubber cement, metal scuffer, tube patches, air gauge, knife, valve core remover & convenient carry bag.
Stop and Go Fix-n-Flate Motorcycle Tire Repair Kit Price: $30.00
Information and Details about the Stop and Go Fix-n-Flate Motorcycle Tire Repair Kits
made by Stop and Go. After performing the unpleasant task of dismounting your deflated tube-type tire, you can patch the tube with these six feather edge cold patches that self vulcanize from friction heat and rubber cement. You need not dismount your tubeless tire as this kit includes five reinforced rubber string plugs for an 'on the wheel' repair using the split-eye needle insertion tool. This brand new kit comes in a heavy-duty zippered canvas bag that measures 7" in diameter x 1 1/4" thick and weighs only 14 oz. It features the Engine-Air Pump with a longer 5 foot hose and quick release lever. Motorcycles with easy access to their spark plugs can utilize this unit for an unlimited supply of clean outside air. It works on twins and multi-cylinder engines
Not recommended for Honda ST Series motorcycles or late model BMW motorcycles because the pump adapters will not fit your cylinder head. All Harley-Davidsons use the 14mm adapter except the Sportster which uses the 12mm
What do YOU do if you have a dead battery when you get on your bike to take a ride?
Well, first kick the side of the barn and then blame yourself for not turning off your iginition, perhaps? What you should have done is purchase a ‘battery tender’ and keep it plugged in to your bike when you are not using it. You could also start not using the ‘kill’ switch when you turn off your bike and use the key ignition instead.
Here’s a few battery tenders that will keep your battery loaded and ready for when every you feel the need to hop on and hit the road.
Harley-Davidson’s Super Smart Battery Tender Price: $40.00
Many of the same features as the Global Battery Charger, but smaller and more economical. It's better than a trickle charger, because of the "smart" feature that turns itself on and off as needed, so your battery never overcharges. Accepts North American voltage (120V), supplied with 2-prong unpolarized plug. Output is 12 VDC @ 750 mA. Charger output leads are equipped with quick disconnect black connectors. Kit includes a quick-disconnect 7.5 Amp fused Battery Charging Harness with ring terminals that can attach to the battery screw terminals for easy connection, and a 7.5 Amp fused alligator clip charging harness. 5 year manufacturer's warranty. Typical Recharge Time: 8 - 12 Hours. Harley-Davidson
Battery Tender Waterproof 800 Charger Price: $50.00
The new charger is no larger than a standard computer mouse yet packs 800 milliamps of pure constant current charging power. Coupled with a brain (IC chip), the charger will constantly monitor, charge, and then maintain your battery --- even while totally submersed under water! Perfect for all outdoor types of ATV's, watercraft, motorcycles, boats, or anywhere water is a threat. International universal input voltage works anywhere in the world 100-240 AC Volts 50/60 Hz.
Features:
100% waterproof
12v-800mA "Super Smart" technology
Spark proof, short circuit protection, reverse polarity protected
Designed for use on all AGM sealed maintenance free, lead calcium, and flooded batteries
3-year manufacturer's warranty
Always use a battery charger with a nominal output voltage that matches the nominal battery voltage. (i.e. 12 volt charger for 12 volt batteries) Motorcycle Super Store
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If you ride a motorcycle there are a lot of accessories that you will want to have like leather wear, goggles, helmet, and gloves. But in addition to these you should also consider buying a tool kit, tire repair kit , and a battery tender. Over time you will certainly be glad you have them. Here are some suggestions on a few.
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