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I'm putting together a travel tool kit, and I have wrenches, spark plugs, sockets, duct tape, flash light, fuses, ect... Extra coils, and an ignitor is next on the list. I've read through some of the know problems/fixes to get some ideas,but what would you suggest?
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Heres mine.... Quote:
Heres what I carry with me.
Since I have Hard Bags Im not usually strapped for space but before that I would normally only carry this for longer trips.
Tools:
• Combo wrenches (8, 10, 12, 13 and 14 mm) .
• Allen (hex) wrench set (right angle type for easy access).
• Leatherman tool.
• Tubeless tire repair kit.
• Mini Mag light flashlight.
• Tire pressure gauge.
Non Tools:
• Vacuum plugs.
• Printed sheet with info containing alternate but compatible oil filters, oil, spark plugs, etc… (Check tech vault for this info).
• Oil filter.
• Assorted fuses (for both bike and added accessories).
• Duct tape (wrapped around small aluminum stock or pencil).
• Zip ties.
• Length of wire.
• Extra headlight bulb.
• Extra tail light and turn signal bulbs.
• Pen or two.
• A few quarters for a pay phone.
• A rag.
To be added:
• Chain repair kit.
• Cable repair kit (if it’s made, if not a spare cable).
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
NEW: 19 Goldwing Tour DCT
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If i was that worried about breaking down, i'd just stay home!  Seriously though, my lovely triumph has only failed to make it home when it was inadvertently wedged beneath a guardrail. That really wasn't the bikes fault.  Edit:Dang! If i ever do break down, i'll just call zmilin.
Last edited by mrt202; 09/15/2009 7:47 PM.
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wallet, cellphone, water bottle, bungy or 2, small towel, and maybe a pack of crackers. I also have the AMA card for towing, just incase....
George
Freelance Observer
07 BA with 605's, engine dresser bars, and cheap saddle bags.
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If i was that worried about breaking down, i'd just stay home!
Seriously though, my lovely triumph has only failed to make it home when it was inadvertently wedged beneath a guardrail. That really wasn't the bikes fault.
Edit:Dang! If i ever do break down, i'll just call zmilin.
I only carry it now cause IF I ever left it at home I know that Murphys Law would be enforced and Id need it then. 
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
NEW: 19 Goldwing Tour DCT
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Quote:
I only carry it now cause IF I ever left it at home I know that Murphys Law would be enforced and Id need it then.
Ahh. You mean like my rainsuit...
Howbeit when He, the Spirit of truth, is come; He will guide you in all truth:
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If i was that worried about breaking down, i'd just stay home!
I carry title & registration, two credit cards, two aspirin, two condoms.
Total thickness less than 1/4", could carry in your shoe! 
And you may see me tonight
With an illegal smile
J. Prine
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good pair of hiking boots.
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Hey Zmilin, thanks for the input. Extra bulbs great idea. On my way home from Indy Moto GP, my shift rod fell off, and was dragging on ground. E-Z fix cause I didn't lose the bolt or fitting, glad I had a few tools.
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glad it might help...everything is based on worst case scenarios I have heard of or been in.... * You run over something and poke a hole in your oil filter...as long as you can get oil your ok but what about a filter that fits...hence my spare filter on looong rides. I used to carry a printed list of compatable filters BUT what if your in the middle of some small town and all the parts stores are closed. You can get oil at a supermarket if needed but not a filter. * Its dusk and you loose track of time, on your way down a twisty mountain road the headlight decides it dont wanna work...Ohsheeeeetttttt! * You forget your wallet or worse yet it gets lifted....some quarters for a payphone. * Fuses...duh! * Your riding with a buddy and he/she goes down. The bike is ridable but you need to duct tape or tie some parts back on...Ive been there done that...ask Conwy! * flat tire...well...Ive never used my tire kit on my bike but a few weeks after I got it I was able to help a stranded rider get patched up and back to a gas station. * spare bulbs...my Kisan tail light went out one day...I was lucky...I was at a dealer sponsored event but since then I carry a spare bulb for tail and turn signals. I guess I just like being prepared
SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq
NEW: 19 Goldwing Tour DCT
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I'm really surprised you don't include a couple o' fine cigars in that repertoire of yours. Suddenly you find yourself stopping for a sunset at the finest view in history. You reach for a cigar to celebrate the occasion and... YOU AIN'T GOT NONE!!
Live to love, love to live.
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I think I have a flashlight, a book of matches, a couple of wet cigarettes in my forkbag, never even had to open it on the road...
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I carry title & registration, two credit cards, two aspirin, two condoms.
Total thickness less than 1/4", could carry in your shoe!
Condoms? What kind of road-side emergency would this help with? Like all of a sudden, Megan Fox's limo breaks down?
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Read his bio - He has two Eagle Scouts in the family. He's just being prepared - OR - He has one of those new Triumph STDs
2004 Triumph Speedmaster (J Lo) 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner (Adele)
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I carry title & registration, two credit cards, two aspirin, two condoms.
Total thickness less than 1/4", could carry in your shoe!
Condoms? What kind of road-side emergency would this help with? Like all of a sudden, Megan Fox's limo breaks down?
I'm thinking along the lines of "Thelma & Louise"
Butt, I've seen "Deliverance" also. 
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(just say'in)
And you may see me tonight
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J. Prine
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Condoms? What kind of road-side emergency would this help with? Like all of a sudden, Megan Fox's limo breaks down?
he might have to plug a tire?
we should do this every weekend!
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