lilneddy Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Hi everyone. I am going on a short road trip through washington/idaho. Its only a short 6 day ride. What tools should I carry? What size wrenches/allen keys should I keep with me at all times on a road trip? I already have some stuff cobbled together, like a pump and tire fix kit. Looking for a minimal amount of weight and size to get out of tight spots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shinyribs Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Credit card AND cash! JohnSmith at the local towing garage may not accept debit cards. Honestly, the only tools I travel with are whatever it takes to get to my battery/fuses, a spare key and a flat repair kit. There's likely very little we can fix roadside on an ECU controlled bike. I've never used my flat repair kit on my own tires, but was able to help a stranded rider get going again one time 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member DewMan Posted June 10, 2020 Premium Member Share Posted June 10, 2020 I was a Boy Scout so along with what @shinyribs said the following would be a list of tools I've packed on anything more than a day trip: You'll want 4,5,6 & 8mm hex wrenches/sockets. 8,10,12,13, 19(deep) 27(deep) mm sockets. The deep sockets are for axles. A ratchet and extension(s) #2 Philips screwdriver & needle nose pliers. Along with your patch kit this should take care of almost all roadside repairs. All the above at minimum. utility knife, electrical tape, spare fuses, spare master link, collapsible funnel and a couple rags will also be nice to have. Don't forget something to clean bug guts off your visor as well. Enjoy the trip. 2 DewMan Just shut up and ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mossrider Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Leatherman or Gerber multi tool & let er buck. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FZ07R WaNaB Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 (edited) 3 hours ago, DewMan said: You'll want 4,5,6 & 8mm hex wrenches/sockets. 8,10,12,13, 19(deep) 27(deep) mm sockets. The deep sockets are for axles. A ratchet and extension(s) #2 Philips screwdriver & needle nose pliers. Seeing that the rear axle nut gets torqued down to 75 ft/lbs, you really want to have a breaker bar, unless you have a badass 1/2" ratchet wrench. This goes for both loosening it and tightening it. Plus, if you have the Gillies Ti axle nut, don't forget that small allen/hex wrench for the locking mechanism. Another thought, which I do, is to bring your stock brake and clutch levers with you as well as the proper wrenches to change them. This is assuming that you have put better levers on your bike. If not, get yourself a spare clutch lever as you will be pretty screwed if you lay the bike down and trash your clutch lever. I have this plug w inflators kit with me at all times. It fits perfectly in that space beneath the rear seat. https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/stop-go-tubeless-tire-plugger-with-co2 Edited June 10, 2020 by FZ07R WaNaB 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfmueller Posted June 10, 2020 Share Posted June 10, 2020 Besides a small leather bag of universal tools such as needle nose pliers, small screw drivers, an adjustable end wrench, a set of metric Allen wrenches, tire plugs with CO2, I carry along an extra bungie cord, duct tape, and Shoe Goo. And, one of those super thin thermal blankets. They're like tin. If i get in a pinch, I can use the Shoe Goo to start a fire; it's very flammable. If there's a sudden snow storm on a pass somewhere (it happens), and I need to get off the road, that blanket and glue will come in pretty handy (don't forget matches or lighter). Hey, if you have a carrier failure of some sort, that extra bungie cord and tape can be a real life saver. All of it takes up about 1/3 of one of my saddle bags. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FZ07R WaNaB Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 19 minutes ago, rfmueller said: And, one of those super thin thermal blankets. They're like tin. If i get in a pinch, I can use the Shoe Goo to start a fire; it's very flammable. If there's a sudden snow storm on a pass somewhere (it happens), and I need to get off the road, that blanket and glue will come in pretty handy I came across these two a couple of years ago. The bivy is basically a sleeping bag that reflects your body heat inward. The tent keeps the elements off you and also reflects your heat inward. They are dirt cheap, weigh little and take up a minimal amount of room. Does this sound like overkill... well imagine you are riding at night, and either you get in a wreck or your bike craps out on you. You are on a secondary road with no houses/businesses anywhere close to you, plus no cell phone coverage. This is not an unrealistic scenario. Hypothermia can happen at much higher temps than most people realize. These will get you through to daylight. https://www.gotimegear.com/products/life-bivy-emergency-sleeping-bag https://www.gotimegear.com/products/life-tent-survival-shelter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rfmueller Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 9 hours ago, lilneddy said: Hi everyone. I am going on a short road trip through washington/idaho. Its only a short 6 day ride. What tools should I carry? What size wrenches/allen keys should I keep with me at all times on a road trip? I already have some stuff cobbled together, like a pump and tire fix kit. Looking for a minimal amount of weight and size to get out of tight spots. 6 days? That's quite a ride actually; especially if it's your first long road trip. Yer gonna have a very sore seat! Your shoulders are going to begin cursing you the 2nd day. Your ears from the plugs are going to ache. It's all part of the experience. You may want to consider bringing along some of your favorite over-the-counter pain killers; asprin, etc. Also, if you use foam ear plugs, carry several different shapes so you can swap them out. I know of plenty of guys that love long road trips, but for me personally, 3 days is about the longest, and I'm ready to head for the barn. And, on any trip longer than 1/2 day, I prefer to ride alone. There's just nothing quite like finding a forgotten road, stopping, and peeing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilneddy Posted June 11, 2020 Author Share Posted June 11, 2020 Oh I have been on a few longer trips up to 10 days. But I dont normally prepare well for them. This time I feel like I should not press my luck. Its best to prepare for the worst but expect the best. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElGonzales Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 My emergency stuff...for bikes older than 30 years On a modern Yamaha....maybe something to tighten the rear mirrors, cable ties, knife, electrical tape...for whatever. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skibum4106 Posted June 13, 2020 Share Posted June 13, 2020 (edited) On 6/10/2020 at 12:37 PM, DewMan said: I was a Boy Scout so along with what @shinyribs said the following would be a list of tools I've packed on anything more than a day trip: You'll want 4,5,6 & 8mm hex wrenches/sockets. 8,10,12,13, 19(deep) 27(deep) mm sockets. The deep sockets are for axles. A ratchet and extension(s) #2 Philips screwdriver & needle nose pliers. Along with your patch kit this should take care of almost all roadside repairs. All the above at minimum. utility knife, electrical tape, spare fuses, spare master link, collapsible funnel and a couple rags will also be nice to have. Don't forget something to clean bug guts off your visor as well. Enjoy the trip. Wow you sound very well Organized.. also Try not to hit a Deer like I did.. Jumped out a corn field and ran as fast as it could to cross the road.. I broke the Deer's back and went for a 50 MPH skid .. Edited June 13, 2020 by Skibum4106 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member DewMan Posted June 13, 2020 Premium Member Share Posted June 13, 2020 1 hour ago, Skibum4106 said: Wow you sound very well Organized.. also Try not to hit a Deer like I did.. Jumped out a corn field and ran as fast as it could to cross the road.. I broke the Deer's back and went for a 50 MPH skid .. Ouch! Umm you may need a few more tools to buff that out. DewMan Just shut up and ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skibum4106 Posted June 13, 2020 Share Posted June 13, 2020 New Forks $208.00 Each Ohlin Cartilage kit $800. ) Ohlin is very proud of their stuff. Have not installed them yet so don't know how much improvement I will get.. Doss Moss Tuning claims change the spacer height and use thicker fork oil and you are good to go.. Ohlin uses light oil and their valving.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member cornerslider Posted June 13, 2020 Premium Member Share Posted June 13, 2020 24 minutes ago, Skibum4106 said: New Forks $208.00 Each Ohlin Cartilage kit $800. ) Ohlin is very proud of their stuff. Have not installed them yet so don't know how much improvement I will get.. Doss Moss Tuning claims change the spacer height and use thicker fork oil and you are good to go.. Ohlin uses light oil and their valving.. Ohlins makes very nice stuff.... Dave Moss's spacer cut-down is a Band-aid (at best) - 1 ""W.O.T. until you see god, then brake" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skibum4106 Posted June 13, 2020 Share Posted June 13, 2020 I hope the improvement is noticeable stock they are rather wishy washy .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member fzar Posted June 13, 2020 Premium Member Share Posted June 13, 2020 2 hours ago, Skibum4106 said: New Forks $208.00 Each Ohlin Cartilage kit $800. ) Ohlin is very proud of their stuff. Have not installed them yet so don't know how much improvement I will get.. Doss Moss Tuning claims change the spacer height and use thicker fork oil and you are good to go.. Ohlin uses light oil and their valving.. You don't use the spacer with the Ohlins cartridge kit, its quite a difference, I'm Ohlins F&R and i love it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skibum4106 Posted June 13, 2020 Share Posted June 13, 2020 Thanks , yes I know Ohlin is a complete Cartridge kit that "YOU MUST USE ONLY OHLIN " FORK OIL IN. IT took me some time on Google to find out that I think Ohlin uses 5Wt oil I had already ordered 2 quarts of Bel-Ray 10 WT so now I have both in stock at half the price of Genuine Ohlin Oil I am sure anything is better than OEM Yamaha Fish oil .. that's the running joke about Yamaha fish oil .. from what I have heard name Brand Aftermarket oil is a lot better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member DewMan Posted June 13, 2020 Premium Member Share Posted June 13, 2020 Holy thread derailleur Batman! 1 DewMan Just shut up and ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 Be sure and take the right oil on your trip. Beemer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skibum4106 Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 On 6/13/2020 at 5:38 PM, fzar said: You don't use the spacer with the Ohlins cartridge kit, its quite a difference, I'm Ohlins F&R and i love it. What is F&R Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member fzar Posted June 15, 2020 Premium Member Share Posted June 15, 2020 12 hours ago, Skibum4106 said: What is F&R Front & Rear!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skibum4106 Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 27 minutes ago, fzar said: Front & Rear!!! Oh you added Ohlin Suspension to your bike both Front and Rear.. I got it now .. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member fzar Posted June 16, 2020 Premium Member Share Posted June 16, 2020 12 hours ago, Skibum4106 said: Oh you added Ohlin Suspension to your bike both Front and Rear.. I got it now .. Correct. It helps a lot. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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