Toolkit for 1200GS LC
When I migrated from my 800 to the 1200 I just transferred my home made toolkit across to the new bike. For longer trips, I need to seriously look at my toolkit as I don't think it has near enough tools in it. I only want to be able to conduct basic roadside repairs, not strip the engine or gearbox.
What's the verdict on tool kits from the experts out there? Is it best to build your own, or to buy one of the commercially available kits like Cruz Tools (pricey). If you build your own you could end up spending more than the price of a Cruz, depending on what you put into it.
Advice please?
Thanks in advance for your responses.
Cheers
Trevor
I started with the basic kit for my bike, and every time I did maintenance or field repairs I made a note of what I was missing and added it bit by bit. Especially useful is to do something to the bike at home using the toolkit in the bike, and seeing what is missing for that job.
Try to get tools that have more than one use (tyre levers that can be extensions for spanners, etc). And also generic repair materials, like Pratley's Steel, wire (electric and ordinary), cable ties. And, of course, the catchall - a Leatherman (expensive but oh so worth it).
Hi Charles
You right, anything i do on my bikes (at home) i use the on board toolkit! That way one quickly finds out what is missing or what you never use! Dont forget "ducktape'
So many times I have seen 650's stuck because they dont have the 8mm ellen key to loosen the front wheel or a 1200 with the 22mm inbus for the front axle! A plug spanner that fits your bike for when you go through "Smits drif" in the Baviaans. The list is not that long but important.
Trevor play and learn, the more you practice and do thing yourself the less worries you have on your trip!
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