what tools are a "must have" if you own a bike?

coronadozx · 06-17-2007, 02:38 PM

what are the tools that a motorcycle owner should have if they do their own maintenance?

i feel comfortable doing most of the common maintenance procedures. i'd really like to do more, but i don't have an extensive tool set.

i have a small socket set, a small allen wrench set, oil filter wrench, cordless drill w/ bits and screw driver ends.

i need a good allen wrench set, as well as a torque wrench.

what else should i plan on getting?

kevinwilly · 06-17-2007, 02:41 PM

Front and rear stands

An allen driver socket set. I waited on buying one of these for a while. BIG mistake, i almost NEVER use a standard allen wrench anymore. This is SO much faster.

Other than that, you don't need a hell of a lot for basic maintenance.

harleyxlc · 06-17-2007, 02:52 PM

Torque wrench. Your bike will probably have some specific requirements, too.

I also do the "need it once go buy it" method.

WhoUtink · 06-17-2007, 03:22 PM

Air tools , You dont need them but they are so lovely.
Im also a big fan of the need it go buy method. My collection isn't that great but i can handle almost anything with it.

coronadozx · 06-17-2007, 04:02 PM

awesome stuff guys.

since today's father's day maybe i can convince the wifey a trip to sears is a necessity.

2001FZ1 · 06-18-2007, 02:03 PM

Do you have feeler gauges?

Quality mult-meter such as a Fluke 73?

Complete set of 6-point wrenches?

Spark plug socket?

Locking extensions?

PCHbreeze · 06-18-2007, 04:59 PM

My bike came with everything except tire pressure guage.