Travel tool kits

[lund]

I don't know how much discussion has been on this topic, maybe there is a thread on it.
Over the years it seems to me it is an evolving thing. What i packed a few years ago has been changed to not just adapt to the bike i might be riding but also to the type of trip i might be embarking on.
In most all cases if you get an OEM tool kit it is useless IMO, so generally i tend to make my own specific kit for that bike but also for extended trips.
What are you guys finding most useful on the S10 to get you out of a bind other then your common standard tools.
Slot/phillips screw driver
small adjustable wrench
small vise grips
8, 10, 12, 14, 17 wrench/sockets
pliers
sidecutters
T15, T30, T50 torx wrenches
4, 5, 6, 8mm allen wrenches
mechanics wire
zap ties
extra fuses
electrical tape
duct tape
JB weld
tubeless plugs
plug glue
plug installing tool
tire pump
green slime
Please feel free to put up your kit and enlighten me on what else i could add or remove, make it specifically for the S10.
I never take the S10 down trails intended for dirt bikes or off road into remote areas. Worst case scenario i carry BCAA, same as AAA in US, depending on cell service.

 

[Bill_C]

Hey Lund, I've ridden up in your neck of the woods about 7 years ago and I must say, you have some of the prettiest riding I've ever ridden in my life. To be honest, all of BC is pretty stunning, but you definitely live in a special part of the world.

As for the tool kit, the only add I might make is a jump start rated power pack if you have room in your kit.
The only thing I'd omit is that Slime... I hate that stuff. I actually don't like any of the goop stuff you put in tires because it's such a pain to clean when swapping tires, but if I had to run anything then I would prefer Ride On because it adheres to the inside of the tire and not the rim. It's also thicker and seals quite a bit faster than Slime. I see you carry a pump and plugs anyway, so I don't see the point of Slime.

 

[lund]

Yes, i think when your there living you tend to take things for granted but BC is one of those overlooked gems for a lot of different activities and motorcycle adventure is one of them.
It's breath taking and wild, much of it untouched by humans still. I consider my self very lucky to have it as my home to experience and explore all year round.

Thanks for your input, i actually do carry a powerpak for jump starting and recharging, just forgot to put it on the list.
I will check out the Ride-On product, i would only use it as emergency. Another rider got me on this Slim as he lost the bead seat on the front tire once and could not reseal the tire once it came off the rim with the pump. He put some Slim in and the tire sealed up and was able to continue on his ride with no issues. So i thought it would be a good add on for emergencies.

 

[RCinNC]

I wouldn't bother with JB Weld on the road, unless you have a lot of time to kill during a repair. The Quick Cure stuff takes 4-6 hours to cure completely, and the regular stuff sets in 4-6 hours and takes 15-24 hours to cure. For a quick and dirty on the road fix, something like the two part epoxy SteelStik works pretty good. It sets in 5 minutes and cures in an hour. For long term repairs I prefer JB Weld, but if I had to patch a hole in something like a fuel tank or a crankcase on the bike and get rolling again, I'd prefer the SteelStik. Plus, you never have to worry about one of the tubes getting punctured by something and oozing all over your tool bag.

 

[Cycledude]

Looks like you might be missing the proper socket and hex key for removing rear wheel ?
I also carry one of these

1/2 in. Drive Extendable Ratchet

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1/2 in. Drive 27mm Deep Impact Socket

Amazing deals on this 1/2In Dr 27Mm Deep Socket at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

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actually the socket I happen to carry is 1 1/16 inch craftsman it fits perfect
for the hex key I cut a couple inches off a old 3/4 inch crowbar
volt meter would be another handy tool to carry, I don’t carry one but was helping a broke down Harley rider today and it sure would have been nice to have a volt meter or even a simple test light

 

[RCinNC]

I bought a 27mm combination wrench and just cut off the crowfoot end, and that's what I use as my rear axle tool. I think it's about 12" long. I had one of those purpose made aluminum axle wrenches, but it's only about 9" long. At 90 ft lbs torque on the rear axle nut, I doubt I could have broken it loose with the short wrench.

Where are the Torx fasteners on the S10? I don't ever recall seeing any, and I don't carry any Torx bits.

 

[lund]

I bought a 27mm combination wrench and just cut off the crowfoot end, and that's what I use as my rear axle tool. I think it's about 12" long. I had one of those purpose made aluminum axle wrenches, but it's only about 9" long. At 90 ft lbs torque on the rear axle nut, I doubt I could have broken it loose with the short wrench.

Where are the Torx fasteners on the S10? I don't ever recall seeing any, and I don't carry any Torx bits.

There are only a couple places on the bike.
The main one is the main frame and subframe are attacked by a T50 bolt.
The OEM hand guards upper screw are T15
The gear box cover at the gear shift selector has T30 screw retaining it.

 

[lund]

I wouldn't bother with JB Weld on the road, unless you have a lot of time to kill during a repair. The Quick Cure stuff takes 4-6 hours to cure completely, and the regular stuff sets in 4-6 hours and takes 15-24 hours to cure. For a quick and dirty on the road fix, something like the two part epoxy SteelStik works pretty good. It sets in 5 minutes and cures in an hour. For long term repairs I prefer JB Weld, but if I had to patch a hole in something like a fuel tank or a crankcase on the bike and get rolling again, I'd prefer the SteelStik. Plus, you never have to worry about one of the tubes getting punctured by something and oozing all over your tool bag.

Thanks, i will switch over to the "steelStik" instead.

 

[McJeep]

I carry way more tools than I really need for the tenere - mainly because I tend to over maintain my scoot and most of the times I need to pull out the tools it is for other bikes Soooo much storage space on these things