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aubie61

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Can anyone provide a list of required tools to work on 2015 ST? When I do a google search for ST tools all I get are tool "kits" to carry ON the bike. I would like to get a nice set for the garage that will contain the wrenches, sockets, etc. that I would need to work on the bike. Any list that would give me a good start? thanks.
 

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Here is what I have worked off of. . . .
I think he found the kits for travel. I think he's looking for a full sized set. Aubie, most of what you're going to need is just everyday tools. Metric, of course. Torx, and allen heads. And, just the normal box wrenches, sockets, and such. I use Harbor Freight 'cuz I'm a cheap skate.
 

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Top of my head typical allen bits (4,5,6,8) Typical metric sockets and wrenches (8 10 12) the only unusual size things you wouldn't have in the typical home tool box, 19mm hex and 27mm socket. Also buying a real JIS screwdriver is not a horrible idea.
 

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Smells a little spammish. 1st post and all. 59 and is asking about tools?

@aubie61 - Welcome to the forum. Please take a minute to add your location to your profile. It gives context to your posts and allows others to give you better answers.

You don't need special tools to work on the Super Ten. If you don't have any tools, look for sales on metric tool sets in the 120+ piece range. Do buy a JIS screwdriver, if for no other reason than the brake and clutch reservoir covers. You will need allen wrenches and allen sockets are nice. After that, buy something when you need it.

It really depends on what you're comfortable doing to the bike. If you have no tools now, you'll really want someone to act as a mentor when you're working on the bike and keep you out of trouble.
 

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I have also been picking up tools that I didn't have for my 2016. Just picked up a 32 piece hex bit socket set which includes the 19mm bit. I looked at the price of the 19mm separately and thought I may as well get a complete set for the garage. Next on the list is a 27mm socket in 6 points. There are lots of 12 point ones but I think a 6 point would be better.
 

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Keep in mind that 19mm is essentially interchangeable with 3/4". And those multi-step axle tools really come in handy if you have multiple bikes, and cost less than a M19 allen socket sometimes.

Oh, and 1-1/16" 6 point sockets are easier to find than 27mm. 1.0625" = 26.9875mm

Alternatives abound too, if you search you will find things from the reverse end of a spark plug socket, (the hex is often 19mm and the ones with the 3/8" drive all the way thru can be used by sticking the extension inside, (backwards). Also plenty of people just pick up a coupling nut the right size at Home Depot/Lowes. They vary in size, so have something to measure it with.

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I think he found the kits for travel. I think he's looking for a full sized set. Aubie, most of what you're going to need is just everyday tools. Metric, of course. Torx, and allen heads. And, just the normal box wrenches, sockets, and such. I use Harbor Freight 'cuz I'm a cheap skate.
thank you. very helpful.
 

aubie61

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Top of my head typical allen bits (4,5,6,8) Typical metric sockets and wrenches (8 10 12) the only unusual size things you wouldn't have in the typical home tool box, 19mm hex and 27mm socket. Also buying a real JIS screwdriver is not a horrible idea.
THanks for the quick response.
 

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If you can (because they are more expensive) buy ratchet wrenches with joint on the ratchet. Only the smallest ones (8/10/12/13/14) ... simplify your work
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Some good advice here. Another one I've seen is to buy tools at Harbor Freight. Yes they are cheap, yes they may break. But if you are just getting started with tools, you will quickly figure out which ones you use the most, and can always upgrade those tools when you can afford to do so.
 

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Some good advice here. Another one I've seen is to buy tools at Harbor Freight. Yes they are cheap, yes they may break. But if you are just getting started with tools, you will quickly figure out which ones you use the most, and can always upgrade those tools when you can afford to do so.
Thanks. Looking through the list of what folks are suggesting, it appears that I already have many of these tools. But all of the suggestions are helpful.
 

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I have been carrying one of these extendable ratchets for many years, it very easily extends from 12 to 18 inches and really works great for removing or reinstalling wheels.
 
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