Do you have any tools with, while you are riding?
Yesterday I had a problem on a road and no tools beside my Letherman Multitool (it's almost always with me), so today I went and buy tool kit for my 14.
It's WERA 8100 SA 6 - pouch is quite compact, and it will fit easily under the seat.
Maybe it's more then minimum needed, but i really like tools, and this look sweet :embarassed:
Like the kit was that local buy or over the net looks cool
Having serviced the bike for the first time last week, I went through all combinations of sockets/extensions to change the plugs, only later discovering the original toolkit strapped in place under the seat. :doh:
I don't think, by the look of it, anyone had so much as taken it out. :rolleyes:
I've got to say that the tool kit that comes with the bike is ok to have as a back up
I've added a couple of extra things to the tool kit (Allen keys mostly)
Not needed it but have used it to help others .
:cheers:
@Mrg it was local buy. Amazon would be cheaper (but not much, cause usually there is no free delivery for my country), but I decide not to wait :)
There is link from UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Zyklop-Speed-Ratchet-metric-pieces/dp/B00IMF1CDO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1525634924&sr=8-1&keywords=wera+8100+sa+6
I never had OEM tool kit for my 14, and had allen keys set under the seats. Mostly to install DB-killer to my Akra, in case police will ask me to do it :grin: (but they never did)...
@seth helping other fellow bikers, is very strong reason to have tools :onya:
I replaced my tool kit with a role of toilet paper... serious :whistling:
In case of a breakdown - I call my road side club.
Yes had a look at the kit £79 not to bad at all thank you northern cheers :onya:
Quote from: Mrg on Monday, 07 May 2018, 05:27 AM
I've got to say that the tool kit that comes with the bike is ok to have as a back up
The only useful item in the OEM tool kit is the plug spanner..The rest might as well go straight in the bin :furious:
Tool kit £79 or RAC £45 :smile2:
I ride modern bikes so I don't need to carry a tool kit. :whistling:
I have a puncture kit that comes with a mini compressor.
its the sort that uses rubber mushrooms and no glue.
I have used it for real and can vouch that it definitely works and is not a gimick !
Highly recommended.
Quote from: Andre on Monday, 07 May 2018, 06:00 AM
In case of a breakdown - I call my road side club.
Wouldn't be too bad in Europe.
Not a great idea out here.
Coast is populated and has phone reception but inland is a different story.
Australian inside I would seriously consider a sidecar.
Quote from: Andre on Monday, 07 May 2018, 06:00 AM
I replaced my tool kit with a role of toilet paper... serious :whistling:
In case of a breakdown - I call my road side club.
Don't try that in Australia Andre. If you're lucky to have mobile reception you're likely to be 400km from the nearest help.
At least you'll have a clean arse when they find your body.
Snapey, that's why I would like a sidecar. Plenty room for a choice selection of tools, parts and survival gear.
Come to think of it - I'll stay where I am :stir:
OZ is a great place Andre. Im sure youd like it.
I am quite certain that I would like it. Actually I had plans to move there from the US. Made the "mistake" of a stop-over in Germany to spend some time with my parents and got stuck here (long story). Now I am quite content here. Lots of very nice areas to ride here and in the Benelux countries. But you never know what life has in store. :whatever:
Quote from: seth on Monday, 07 May 2018, 05:28 AM
I've added a couple of extra things to the tool kit (Allen keys mostly)
Not needed it but have used it to help others .
:cheers:
Same here, it's fine for small daft jobs you might need to do while away. I've also got a 1/4" socket set that lives under the seat & a puncture kit along with a can of tyre seal. If I need more than that it's time for a breakdown service as I'd have to buy parts anyway. Oh & a spare pair of levers as that's all I ever seem to break when away from home.
OK resurrecting this thread:
1. Does anyone have specifics, photos, details, or internet links for the factory GSX1400 tool kit.
(The ONLY reference to it in the owners manual is attached)
2. What tools are people actually carrying?
There are some useful bits in the stock tool kit but they are kinda shitty with excessive tolerances etc.
I'd like to build a tool kit to
a. replace the existing tools with quality items,
b. add items that are useful and not included in the stock tool kit.
If some sort of consensus can be reached I might even consider putting together a "GSX1400owers.org" Suzuki toolkit for purchase (by order, prepaid). We'll see.
Cable ties (Zip Ties) & Insulation tape. Pocket Knife, Bungy cords. small socket set. couple screwdrivers, metric hex key set, sml can CRC, first aid kit, puncture repair kit, tire sealer, spare set of levers, fuses & original indicator relay. Room for a mini compressor (stripped back to naff all) but not always carried.
If I'm away for the weekend I'll also put a leg of Lamb, 3 cooked chickens, a loaf of bread & a tub of Marg! :whistling: :happy1: yeah, or not. :onya:
edit:
@KiwiCol I think the above post ought to ber in the carry under saet thread not this tool kit thread?
Reading this post, should get spare levers. Bog roll also. Good reminder :hat:
Quote from: grog on Wednesday, 06 October 2021, 06:59 PM
Reading this post, should get spare levers. Bog roll also. Good reminder :hat:
No chickens? :happy1:
@VladTepes . I have a standard tool kit to which I've added a few extras, on the left is what Suzuki give you, on the right is a 14mm open end,a 10 mm ratchet ring spanner a selection of hex keys to fit all hex bolts on bike and the front axle wheel nut. The rest is all bits and pieces I carry with me.
OK so the part number for the OEM tool kit is 09800-21039 and is still available for order from Suzuki.
I've attached a picture of what that includes, though nowhere is there any description of the actual items / sizes etc.
From memory the included spanners have 10, 12, 14 & 17mm ends.
I added a 1/4" socket set with a load if bits to do security torx etc and JIS screwdrivers.
@Hooli what set specifically? (link if possible please)
It's a Halfords (a motor factors here) one from about 20 years ago, but I've got the little tray of bits out of some other things I've had over the years.