fuelstopchats Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 I put this up in a couple Facebook groups (some may have seen it) in support of our podcast on packing lists. Figured I would throw it up in here to get any other thoughts on packing, what's important to you? -I pieced this photo together from the video Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Impressive selection but I have to confess these days I tend to lean towards the credit card, toothbrush, recovery service membership school of survival as bikes have become so reliable and the planet so crowded it is difficult to find many places where self reliance is so important ! Cheers Ian 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerontious Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 (edited) 42 minutes ago, Ian Frog said: Impressive selection but I have to confess these days I tend to lean towards the credit card, toothbrush, recovery service membership school of survival as bikes have become so reliable and the planet so crowded it is difficult to find many places where self reliance is so important ! Cheers Ian I do use rescue, but there are times when i cant be bothered with waiting. if one of my group had a puncture, I would fix it 'on the spot' rather than disrupt the ride while waiitng for a repairman to turn up. I generally take a puncture kit. tyre pump. and the doings needed for chain adjustment and lubrication. On my previous bike I would always have spare bulbs and the tools needed to replace. new bike is all LED so thats one less potential problem. But, for me, the single best thing I carry is my multitool. https://tinyurl.com/yaossold also.. this post is from an American and there is something he may see that we never see here in europe. signs like these. Edited February 19, 2021 by Gerontious 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 2 minutes ago, Gerontious said: I do use rescue, but there are times when i cant be bothered with waiting. if one of my group had a puncture, I would fix it 'on the spot' rather than disrupt the ride while waiitng for a repairman to turn up. I generally take a puncture kit. tyre pump. and the doings needed for chain adjustment and lubrication. On my previous bike I would always have spare bulbs and the tools needed to replace. new bike is all LED so thats one less potential problem. also.. this post is from an American and there is something he may see that we never see here in europe. signs like these. Very true on all points. I wasn`t being flip it`s just that wherever I go in Europe I seem to see increasing numbers of people and nowadays I don`t tend to ride in or lead groups so my packing has shrunk and in fairness to the point I was making my enjoyment has started to increase again. I agree that in a group situation that would be a sensible starting point and from memory the tool roll bag on the Harley`s forks contains a lot of those things that I will probably never take out just in case lol. Cheers Ian 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Copycat73 Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 1 hour ago, fuelstopchats said: what's important to you? not loadin the bike up wit sh1t ... I take a puncture kit. 12v tyre pump .. AA & credit card 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_M Posted February 19, 2021 Share Posted February 19, 2021 Some years ago I joined the Old Gits on one of their tours. I have since based my own touring checklist on theirs, modified slightly to our particular needs. This Checklist link is indicative of what we carry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onesea Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 My Yamaha I don’t take anything my triumph I have enough tools to strip it. Which is not many, however it’s always got me home. It’s just once the vacuumed hose broke and that needs just about every tool to get to it. Normally I have tape or cable ties some where. Recovery and proper job when I get home is my attitude. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 thats more tools than in the whole of my garage . puncture repair kit is all i take 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Westerly Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 I carry the toolkit that came with the bike, a puncture repair kit inc. 12V pump (Dynaplug), and maybe a small can of chain cleaner / lube if I'm away for any time. Otherwise it's Bennett's bike recovery. That said I don't think there's anywhere in Western Europe where you are 250 miles between places! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggie Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 Nice selection Vise-Grips and Duct tape are useful too 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manxie49 Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 I carry a puncture repair kit and some very basic tools, multi-tool, 10-12mm spanner, small tin of chain lube and my RAC card 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stedebs Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 If I was going to take that many tools I'd also need an instruction manual and several hours lessons before hand On another note I am hoping to tour in Europe (first time without hubby who would have taken the tool kit) and was wondering what the bear minimum I should take is .......... taking into account that if anything needs doing on the bike other than washing, adding air to tyres and filling with fuel it goes to a garage 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_M Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 1 hour ago, stedebs said: If I was going to take that many tools I'd also need an instruction manual and several hours lessons before hand On another note I am hoping to tour in Europe (first time without hubby who would have taken the tool kit) and was wondering what the bear minimum I should take is .......... taking into account that if anything needs doing on the bike other than washing, adding air to tyres and filling with fuel it goes to a garage Welcome to my world. Tyre pressure gauge, mobile phone and good quality European breakdown cover has worked for me so far. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 2 hours ago, stedebs said: If I was going to take that many tools I'd also need an instruction manual and several hours lessons before hand On another note I am hoping to tour in Europe (first time without hubby who would have taken the tool kit) and was wondering what the bear minimum I should take is .......... taking into account that if anything needs doing on the bike other than washing, adding air to tyres and filling with fuel it goes to a garage In all seriousness as a minimum I would advise gaffer tape, zip ties, mole grips, leatherman/swiss army knife and puncture kit with pump (oh and get to use the puncture kit before you go!). Good luck and remember to enjoy it. Cheers Ian 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 2 hours ago, Ian Frog said: In all seriousness as a minimum I would advise gaffer tape, zip ties, mole grips, leatherman/swiss army knife and puncture kit with pump (oh and get to use the puncture kit before you go!). Good luck and remember to enjoy it. Cheers Ian you forget jump pack..... in case you leave keys in bike with ignition on while you supping a shandy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 (edited) 27 minutes ago, Six30 said: you forget jump pack..... in case you leave keys in bike with ignition on while you supping a shandy Ha bloody Ha ! It was a fosters if I remember correctly and I bump started it without too many issues or coronary jeopardy while you & Carol ! sniggered ! Cheers Ian Edited February 20, 2021 by Ian Frog 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerontious Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 Cheers Ian 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuelstopchats Posted February 20, 2021 Author Share Posted February 20, 2021 32 minutes ago, Ian Frog said: Ha bloody Ha ! It was a fosters if I remember correctly and I bump started it without too many issues or coronary jeopardy while you & Carol ! sniggered ! Cheers Ian Bump starting a K1600 solo is no fun, even in 2nd gear, and where I live there is NO terrain, so flat, flat, flat. I carry a Wee-Go jump starter 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 (edited) 3 minutes ago, fuelstopchats said: Bump starting a K1600 solo is no fun, even in 2nd gear, and where I live there is NO terrain, so flat, flat, flat. I carry a Wee-Go jump starter Quite agree in those circumstances ! I was luckier it was in a pub carpark on a nice hill in Derbyshire so easy bump start terrain ! Not that @Six30 or my girlfriend Carol were any use ! I seem to remember a certain amount of giggling. Oh and it was a Hayabusa so not the hardest thing to bmp. Cheers Ian Edited February 20, 2021 by Ian Frog 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 21 minutes ago, Ian Frog said: Quite agree in those circumstances ! I was luckier it was in a pub carpark on a nice hill in Derbyshire so easy bump start terrain ! Not that @Six30 or my girlfriend Carol were any use ! I seem to remember a certain amount of giggling. Oh and it was a Hayabusa so not the hardest thing to bmp. Cheers Ian i was goin to give you a push , but thought no fook it, he's doing ok . 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuelstopchats Posted February 20, 2021 Author Share Posted February 20, 2021 we run through it all in our podcast, plus camping gear if interested. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fuel-stop-chats-james-chris-twitter-instagram-fuelstopchats/id1547384124?i=1000509876051 or YouTube channel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_M Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 1 hour ago, fuelstopchats said: we run through it all in our podcast, plus camping gear if interested. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fuel-stop-chats-james-chris-twitter-instagram-fuelstopchats/id1547384124?i=1000509876051 or YouTube channel Camping? I thought this was a decent, civilised forum. Such language. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimR Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 (edited) What i always have on every bike . I carry a toolkit comprising of : 1/4" sockets ranging from 6mmto 10mm 3/8" sockets ranging from 10mmto 19mm with a ratchet and 3 small extension bars and a 3/8"-1/4" adapter. 8mm to 17mm Combination spanners. Hex pieces 4mm,4.5mm,5mm,6mm,8mm,10mm that fit into a 10mm socket . torx pieces 10,15,20,25,30,40 that fit in a 10mm socket . Front spindle adapter that ranges 17mm,19mm,22mm,24mm hex. Pliers, double ended screwdriver 24mm & 27mm ring spanner (older bike tool kit supplied with leverage tube) electrical test screwdriver. This all fits into https://www.jsaccessories.co.uk/buy/kriega-stash-wallet-black/41994.htm?gclid=CjwKCAiAg8OBBhA8EiwAlKw3kjoldJNDHYRTTBixJZO8rTkJVspP44DSURTe8MGV_3GqPaKozWLY5xoC-bIQAvD_BwE Believe it or not . Then in another case I Then have a Stop&go tyre plugger as well as a screw in type plug . this is coupled with https://www.amazon.co.uk/AA-Inflator-Compact-Lightweight-Travel/dp/B00HWMPK6S/ref=asc_df_B00HWMPK6S/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310744208542&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10939013596157414234&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046126&hvtargid=pla-356005205900&psc=1&th=1&psc=1 . A 12v Li-on boost pack than doubles s a torch and usb charger with an extra optimate style connection to help those times that accessing battery is a nightmare , and a cigarette lighter style socket with lead that allows me to plug into a cigarette socket to power up. i also carry a few spare fuses . And a gear gremlin cable repair kit . Electrical Tape . Then separately Also a full first aid kit supplied by various Ambulance trusts by attending First Bike on Scene . Cargo Net , . Decent set of Berghaus overtrousers warning triangle . This all takes up 1/2 of my 35ltr top box And yes i have breakdown cover ... Edited February 20, 2021 by TimR 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Westerly Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 4 minutes ago, TimR said: What i always have on every bike . I carry a toolkit comprising of : 1/4" sockets ranging from 6mmto 10mm 3/8" sockets ranging from 10mmto 19mm with a ratchet and 3 small extension bars and a 3/8"-1/4" adapter. 8mm to 17mm Combination spanners. Hex pieces 4mm,4.5mm,5mm,6mm,8mm,10mm that fit into a 10mm socket . torx pieces 10,15,20,25,30,40 that fit in a 10mm socket . Front spindle adapter that ranges 17mm,19mm,22mm,24mm hex. Pliers, double ended screwdriver 24mm & 27mm ring spanner (older bike tool kit supplied with leverage tube) electrical test screwdriver. This all fits into https://www.jsaccessories.co.uk/buy/kriega-stash-wallet-black/41994.htm?gclid=CjwKCAiAg8OBBhA8EiwAlKw3kjoldJNDHYRTTBixJZO8rTkJVspP44DSURTe8MGV_3GqPaKozWLY5xoC-bIQAvD_BwE Believe it or not . Then in another case I Then have a Stop&go tyre plugger as well as a screw in type plug . this is coupled with https://www.amazon.co.uk/AA-Inflator-Compact-Lightweight-Travel/dp/B00HWMPK6S/ref=asc_df_B00HWMPK6S/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310744208542&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10939013596157414234&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046126&hvtargid=pla-356005205900&psc=1&th=1&psc=1 . A 12v Li-on boost pack than doubles s a torch and usb charger with an extra optimate style connection to help those times that accessing battery is a nightmare , and a cigarette lighter style socket with lead that allows me to plug into a cigarette socket to power up. i also carry a few spare fuses . And a gear gremlin cable repair kit . Electrical Tape . Then separately Also a full first aid kit supplied by various Ambulance trusts by attending First Bike on Scene . Cargo Net , . Decent set of Berghaus overtrousers warning triangle . This all takes up 1/2 of my 35ltr top box And yes i have breakdown cover ... Must weigh a ton? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted February 20, 2021 Share Posted February 20, 2021 34 minutes ago, TimR said: What i always have on every bike . I carry a toolkit comprising of : 1/4" sockets ranging from 6mmto 10mm 3/8" sockets ranging from 10mmto 19mm with a ratchet and 3 small extension bars and a 3/8"-1/4" adapter. 8mm to 17mm Combination spanners. Hex pieces 4mm,4.5mm,5mm,6mm,8mm,10mm that fit into a 10mm socket . torx pieces 10,15,20,25,30,40 that fit in a 10mm socket . Front spindle adapter that ranges 17mm,19mm,22mm,24mm hex. Pliers, double ended screwdriver 24mm & 27mm ring spanner (older bike tool kit supplied with leverage tube) electrical test screwdriver. This all fits into https://www.jsaccessories.co.uk/buy/kriega-stash-wallet-black/41994.htm?gclid=CjwKCAiAg8OBBhA8EiwAlKw3kjoldJNDHYRTTBixJZO8rTkJVspP44DSURTe8MGV_3GqPaKozWLY5xoC-bIQAvD_BwE Believe it or not . Then in another case I Then have a Stop&go tyre plugger as well as a screw in type plug . this is coupled with https://www.amazon.co.uk/AA-Inflator-Compact-Lightweight-Travel/dp/B00HWMPK6S/ref=asc_df_B00HWMPK6S/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=310744208542&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10939013596157414234&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046126&hvtargid=pla-356005205900&psc=1&th=1&psc=1 . A 12v Li-on boost pack than doubles s a torch and usb charger with an extra optimate style connection to help those times that accessing battery is a nightmare , and a cigarette lighter style socket with lead that allows me to plug into a cigarette socket to power up. i also carry a few spare fuses . And a gear gremlin cable repair kit . Electrical Tape . Then separately Also a full first aid kit supplied by various Ambulance trusts by attending First Bike on Scene . Cargo Net , . Decent set of Berghaus overtrousers warning triangle . This all takes up 1/2 of my 35ltr top box And yes i have breakdown cover ... You remind me of this guy changing wheel bearings with most of his own tools! Oh hang on........... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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