Emergency roadside toolkit?

Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2006 10:26 pm

I am looking to put together a small tool kit for the bike. I would like some input as to what should be in it.

Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2006 10:52 pm

Funny thing about tools is when you break you never have what you need.
Basic 8-10-12-13-14-and 19 = pliers. small or large vice grips, an extra chain link, adjustable wrench is handy. needle nose and philips and flat screwdriver. channel locks if theres room.
If you dont have it allready look into AAA`s motorcycle roadside assistance. Its not the same as auto.
Its like this....No matter what you take ...You`ll need something else.
Good luck out there.
Jeff

Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2006 11:18 pm

zman wrote:

Funny thing about tools is when you break you never have what you need.

aint it the truth! Laughing

Honestly if you get one of the combo pocket knifes with the plires, a combo screwdriver and an adjustable wrench you should be ok in most situations...

If you plan to take a long trip...

combo knife, combo screwdriver, plires, vice grips, small socket set, tire repair and inflation kit, extra fuses, extra chain master link, engine oil, duct tape and paper clips or safety wire.

Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2006 12:18 am

You know, everybody always says take a chain masterlink with them. I for one have never had a chain fail. If it did, could you really repair the damage with a masterlink on the side of the road?

I carry a leatherman and a cellphone. I do an intensive pre ride inspection before any trip. Help is only a phone call away.

Oh yeah, Don't forget the credit card

Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2006 1:06 am

I guess the factory kit isnt under the side cover? I have had great luck with just having it, my exhaust loosened up one night and I got it tightened right up. I have also ajusted my chain with the factory kit because it was so loose. Its under the left side cover in a box that uses the key to open, built into the inner fender.

Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2006 1:24 am

Cell phone, credit card, Honda tool kit, and of course my Honda Riders Club card. Good for free towing to the closest dealer or 100 miles if you want to take it home.

Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2006 2:20 am

Tire plugs (and the tools to instally them) and some way to inflate the tire. If you choose to use co2 to air up the tire, carry a bunch of the little cans. You will likely use them all. I have friends who also use a small pump that works off of their battery. While a flat tire can ruin a ride, it doesn't have to.

Hope this helps.

Melvis

Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2006 2:22 am

Larry says 'Good for free towing to the closest dealer or 100 miles if you want to take it home.'

If you're only 100 miles out it won't break Rolling Eyes

Gord (Been lucky so far) Jones beerchug

Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2006 5:21 am

1. Honda Riders Club, AAA (with MC coverage), AMA Card. All offer tows, and three possibilities are better than one.

2. Factory tool kit. They put it there for a reason. If it isn't there, ebay it until it is. If you are flush, the cb1100f toolkit is still available from Honda, about 90 bucks. You can't get individual tools, but you can buy the whole shebang.

3. Working cel phone with Ray's phone number on speed dial.

Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2006 8:20 am

I have a mixture of factory Honda toolkits as well as AAA with bike/motorhome option, cell phone, virtual money, and I always carry needle nose, wire cutters, c-wrench, e-tape, needle nose vice grips, medium regular vice grips, Leatherman type tool, very high power LED flashlight, and several sizes of zip ties including EXTREMELY LARGE! Maybe a few strips of leather and water. I also re-roll 50 feet of duct tape into a micro roll. That's if I'm riding with Harleys. Many of those tools have gotten them home. I dont think I've ever used anything on my Custom to ever get it home but a little contact cleaning, and I've had it just months short of 20 years! Laughing

Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2006 8:29 am

Streblerm wrote:

You know, everybody always says take a chain masterlink with them. I for one have never had a chain fail. If it did, could you really repair the damage with a masterlink on the side of the road?

I carry a leatherman and a cellphone. I do an intensive pre ride inspection before any trip. Help is only a phone call away.

Oh yeah, Don't forget the credit card

I don't think it's so much the master link but the *Clip* that is what's most important to taken with you.
I have stopped for gas to check my bike and have found my Master Clip gone Shocked

In my pocket was a spare that i always have and saved my ride that day.
But the "intensive pre ride inspection" is what i live to ride by , if anything smells suspicious or looks suspect it gets attention and work which includes the fellas in my area getting my inspection before a ride
cause i hate in when one of them F'ers breaks down and i gotta fix em on the road side Mad

So far my bike has never had a failure on a road trip , except for 2 times, one was when my Dyna 2.2 coil for 2-3 cylinders failed and i had to Nextel the Fasterspider for a set of stock coils to get me back on the road and finish my Ride!, and the other was jsut recent when my charging system failed on the way up to Willow springs and my Big Crank almost made it back 10 miles shy of home but my buddy Robert continued home and brought back a battery .
So both times my bike came back at least under her own power Cool

Converting most everything accessible to Allen screws also keeps your tool quantity down to a minimum!

I've never had a flat on my bike but i am going to get a co2 inflator and tire plugs special for my Honda Hoot Road trip Cool

So i carry a bicycle multi tool that has all size allen wrenches ,and assorted boxed ends, factory tool kit,small adjustable wrench, Shrade multitool,DV cam, and most importantly
My Nextel phone with the Fasterspider just a chirp away Razz

Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2006 9:29 pm

I like Intimida2or's approach. Simple kit, with allens, Leatherman, box ends, tire plugs and inflator. Cell phone if it's serious.

Jose

Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 1:44 am

Damn, I really am a mechanic's kid. For years I've carried a little 4" crescent wrench on my keychain--don't laugh, it got my '72 Cheyenne home once--a Buck 110, used to keep a gapping disc on the keychain.
Got my insurance company 800 number; plan to join the HRC at the Hoot. They may offer a bargain package. TB

Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 6:35 pm

Intimidator:
Care to embellish on what you call an "intensive pre ride inspection" ? Honestly, I'd really like to know. I know things I check pre-ride, but like to know whats kept you safe.

Also, do you think it is going to help me in Virginia to keep Ray's number on speed dial? "Ray?? My bike broke down and I could use your help!" I would like to try it just once to hear his verbacious vehement verbal retort. Cool

Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 6:50 pm

Great stuff guys thanks a lot.

Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 7:52 pm

A big azz can of chain lube.

Factory tool kit. Supplemented with an evolving set of REAL tools.
Ones that say Snap-On.

Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 8:24 pm

I thought you were serious there for a moment till I reread your post

"big azz can of chain lube" - like anyone lubes their chain out on the road, after the bike breaks down...

"Real Tools. Ones that say Snap-on" yeah, I'm sure the broken down bike can tell the difference. I thought the only people that buy Snap-On tools were professional mechanic / tool snobs?

hahahaha had me going there! Cool

Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 8:36 pm

I AM a professional mechanic and tool snob. When I can be bothered, I use them to fix other peoples stuff for money.

Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 8:41 pm

79cb750f wrote:

I AM a professional mechanic and tool snob.

I bet that you don't have a Hivo cam chain breaker/riviter in that fancy tool box of yours.... Very Happy

Mine does

Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 8:49 pm

This one has saved my ass I don't know how many times on my CB500 (with tube tires and rusty spoke nipples), but haven't had the need in a while with tubeless tires. Still, if you have a flat a long way from home, it could help. It screws into a spark plug hole and the hose reaches front or rear. I have used it to get me home with a fast leak tire that goes flat in 5-10 minutes. It's a stop and go proposition, but you never run out of air!

I can't remember where mine came from, but this one is from JCWhitney at $11, Cat # XP063890N.

Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2006 10:39 pm

fangva wrote:

Intimidator:
Care to embellish on what you call an "intensive pre ride inspection" ? Honestly, I'd really like to know. I know things I check pre-ride, but like to know whats kept you safe.

Also, do you think it is going to help me in Virginia to keep Ray's number on speed dial? "Ray?? My bike broke down and I could use your help!" I would like to try it just once to hear his verbacious vehement verbal retort. Cool

I think Ray's verbacious vehement verbal retort was what got you back up and running again roflmao

Only before long trips of more than 200 miles each way or around every oil change ,my From stem to stern check up consists of the usual daily checks of air pressures and tire wear and or tread damage, engine oil and brake levels, check for any new fluid leaks and fix them as needed, chain slack and check that the master clip is still intact, clean mirrors and windshield, proper function of the lights, and checking for proper brake function all those are the my daily checks and the intensive checkup includes those + :

Getting both wheels off the ground and checking for any binding or any bad bearing noises with both wheels or any brake drag, grabbing the the front wheel and check for any play in the steering head, turn the steering lock to lock an check for any rough spots in any angle or binding of control cables ,removing all 3 brake calipers and check the condition of the sliders most likely they need to be cleaned and greased ,and check the pad wear while there.
Next Checking the torque of ALL the front suspension hardware including brakes, engine mounting bolts , case screws, rear suspension hardware including brakes.
After that the bike is back on the ground and all the body work comes off for a check of the control cables , i look at the ends of the throttle and clutch cables for fraying or lots of corrosion, then i remove them for oiling with WD-40 or Silicone lube, (i still have the original cables that have been on the bike since i got it back in 1998!!! but i will replace them soon just because).While i'm there i check the carb and air cleaner pod clamps for tightness.
Then i check the entire wiring harness for anything suspect.
I used to need to check the battery levels but no need for that since i got a Big crank Razz

but all who still have acid batteries this is where you would check the levels.

If all looks good there the body work is back on and i'm ready to leave for a few days! Cool

But even when i'm on the road i still check look my bike over for anything suspect during gas stops ....You'd be surprised what could change in a few hundred miles Shocked

Posted: Fri Jun 09, 2006 2:17 am

I guess I should have further qualified my emergency toolkit response before by stating that's what I carry when I go for like a week long vacation and I'm usually traveling with several if not many bikes of many varieties. If I'm just traveling around So Cal, it's just my Honda toolkit, a leatherman, cell phone, virtual money, and AAA usually.

Posted: Fri Jun 09, 2006 4:56 am

genesound wrote:

I guess I should have further qualified my emergency toolkit response before by stating that's what I carry when I go for like a week long vacation and I'm usually traveling with several if not many bikes of many varieties. If I'm just traveling around So Cal, it's just my Honda toolkit, a leatherman, cell phone, virtual money, and AAA usually.

Oh yeah me too , for a local trip alls i usually have is my Cell phone ,Dv camera .
I never need more than that for local stuff !

Posted: Fri Jun 09, 2006 5:18 am

It's funny as hell, Lee, I bought this CB1000C a few months ago. I know it's a Custom, but guys, it's a vintage DOHC Honda(!) and the spring on the kickstand has the original factory sheen and the pipes and carbs and tank are immaculate!!! I haven't even inspected the original toolkit except to see it's there along with a pristeen copy of the original owner's manual. What a cherry popper! And it's factory black and dark grey metal flake with chrome pinstripes(!!!) in immaculate condition!!!

The 900 Custom I bought 20 years ago was in very slightly better condition back then, except for the paint. What a treat! Sound as a Dollar used to be, but this 1000c was preserved.

Wish I could find an 1100F like this that I can afford Crying or Very sad

What I will have soon is a totally restored and customized CB1123cc Custom made out of my original CB900C. Restored from my over ten year old 1100C version, the very only original crazy dude 1100C mod as far as I can tell. It will be scary as hell in a straight line thanks in large part to you F'in guys. Wink

With any luck, maybe I can put together a well used and rebuilt 1100F given a little time and unknown monies Wink

If'n I do, it won't be red or blue; that's for originals. It will be BLACK, chrome, aluminum, and maybe gold. Depends on the shocks and wheels doesn't it? I love black bikes! Wink

Thanks for puttin up with an egocentric old man, guys Laughing

Posted: Fri Jun 09, 2006 5:38 am

genesound wrote:

It's funny as hell, Lee, I bought this CB1000C a few months ago. I know it's a Custom, but guys, it's a vintage DOHC Honda(!) and the spring on the kickstand has the original factory sheen and the pipes and carbs are immaculate!!! I haven't even inspected the original toolkit except to see it's there along with a pristeen copy of the original owner's manual. What a cherry popper!

The one I bought 20 years ago was in this condition back then. What a treat! Sound as a Dollar used to be, but this one was preserved.

Wish I could find an 1100F like this Wink

Wow now that is one heck of a collectible vintage rider Shocked

Since i've had my 900C i haven't really grown fond of it untill now when i just restored the original 2 tone (like to say black cherry metalic ) paint , and got the stock 4into4 exhaust installed (special thanks to Zondar) .
It has the original toolkit as well Smile

I really like these C's now and will hate to see it go when i swap it for a 900f now that is funny Laughing

Posted: Fri Jun 09, 2006 6:37 am

INTIMIDA2OR wrote:

genesound wrote:

It's funny as hell, Lee, I bought this CB1000C a few months ago. I know it's a Custom, but guys, it's a vintage DOHC Honda(!) and the spring on the kickstand has the original factory sheen and the pipes and carbs are immaculate!!! I haven't even inspected the original toolkit except to see it's there along with a pristeen copy of the original owner's manual. What a cherry popper!

The one I bought 20 years ago was in this condition back then. What a treat! Sound as a Dollar used to be, but this one was preserved.

Wish I could find an 1100F like this Wink

Wow now that is one heck of a collectible vintage rider Shocked

Since i've had my 900C i haven't really grown fond of it untill now when i just restored the original 2 tone (like to say black cherry metalic ) paint , and got the stock 4into4 exhaust installed (special thanks to Zondar) .
It has the original toolkit as well Smile

I really like these C's now and will hate to see it go when i swap it for a 900f now that is funny Laughing

Lee... You, me, Jeff, and our detractors should talk to us before they actually determine the the value of their goods!

I have ridden almost my whole life and I'm over 50. Guys!!!!!! A 10 speed Honda is definately the way to go!!!!.... fast and otherwise... you get old??? Get cher 10 speed!!! hhu huh huh hhhuhhh !!!!

Build them hell for stout or not and the bottoms don't bust!!!! It' a friggin HONDA!!!!! Good To Go!!!

Help Me Rhonda!!!!

Posted: Fri Jun 09, 2006 7:02 am

Ray is gonna see my new/old 1000 in a little while (a few hours); it's all box stock origional and a mewling (17mm wrist pin) with nicely working stock carbs, and a like new exhaust. He's also a mench and is helping me inspect an 1100F before breakfast!!! Shocked

I also own several sets of Mikuni Smoothbores, as does he, I suspect; I just have the one set of FCR 35s though. I've been up close and personal wiv his bikes... Impressive!!! I want the CBX!!! Wink

I have a plan to make a set of VM29s for a CBX, and I have 8 bodies and 7 jetblocks!!! Prolly need to make runners and stacks and do some machining!!!! Laughing

Oh Jeeberz, I hijacked another thread, sorry. Embarassed