Great vid!! I'm 51 now. My father was a true old school biker. Always wore greasy jeans, ZZ beard, dirty shirts, dirty jokes But tools on the road were no joke. He road old British bikes as a kid then moved up (or dow depending on who you talked to lol) to the HD pan & shovel heads. You were often on the side of the road helping a fellow rider or saving yourself. Tire tools and tube patch kits were popular. Test light. Basic combo wrenches, electrical tape, mini needle nose vise grips and a small emergency tarp. Working on your bike on the side of the road in the rain blows. He had all his gear and a few spare cloths tied to his oversized sissy bar / rat trap set up. Looked funny but was always the guy everybody knew he'd have something for ya. I sure miss him. Your vid took me down memory lane. Thank you my friend. Watching from Kelowna British Columbia Canada 🍺🇨🇦👍
Hello Len and thank you for checking out the video man. Much appreciated and thats a great story...good memories there..ive since beefed up my tire game ...i literally had nothing in there for tires and even had 2 repair kits just sitting in the shop lol
Plug kit is the only thing your missing and that’s what my bag started with. I was 2hrs away from house when I got a flat rear tire. I was about 20min from a gas station. Thank god the gas station I went to had a tire plug kit. Then I also got a small air pump from a junk car at a salvage yard.The newer Buick regals has them and the newer Malibu. They are really small and it’s worth the peace of mind to have in your saddle bag if you have the room. My tool kit isn’t complete yet but I know more what to look for now that I watched the video. Thanks man. Great video.
Sorry for the late reply Harry...but yes a plug kit and some sort of inflation is for sure something I need to address in my kit. Glad the video helped you get some ideas! Take care and ride safe!
I realize that this video is a year old, but I keep 3 more things in my kit that you didn't mention, that others may find useful. A small C clamp for pushing brakes back if you have to do any brake work to free up a wheel. (Done this.) A kickstand spring, because those don't break at home and they don't take up much space or weight. A spare shifter peg. I can't count the number of times people with me have lost a shift peg on rides. Great video
Hey cowboy... thank you for the very useful tips! Those are all great ideas and what's crazy is I have all those things just laying around and never thought about adding it in. Great tips!!
I love your videos. Why? Because you get to the point and you don't try to be cool. You just do what the title of the video says you are going to do. I just bought a 2014 Tri Glide Ultra and your videos have already helped me a lot. I have done all of my own work for years (had a dad that taught me to work on stuff and figure it out). I will be making my own tool kit instead of buying the HD one for $170. Keep on making grat vids and KEEP THE RUBBER SIDE DOWN!
Thank you Tim, we try to keep everything pretty straight forward, im the same way,..,hate watching bs just to get to the point lol...and no click bait thumbnails! hate those. Glad the videos are helping man! Be safe!
I think a headband light would be handy as well, they are light and small and would provide hands free lighting. Great video, gonna start building my bag!
i use those all over the house and shop and I now have one small enough that fits in the bag...I got a couple of them so I will add one now...great idea!!
I haven't been riding for too long however, from experience on the car side of things. The little premade kits are typically a good foundation to build upon and give you a solid starting point if you don't already own a lot of tools, and you're just learning how to wrench. My suggestion if you go the premade kit route, actually use your kit when doing maintenance and modding your bike. After a little bit you'll discover/add the tools that you need and have a kit pretty much tailored to your bike.
BTW..I added something to my bag… bought one of those Harbor Freight LED head lamps. I wrapped around my tool kit and threw in a couple extra batteries. Easier to work in the dark with two hands than trying to hold on to a flashlight while you work.
yes sir...great idea man! I just got a few headlights from amazon the other day..my old ones were getting pretty sloppy..i use them in the shop a lot. i think ill throw one of my older ones in there ! Thanks for the tip!
Hello Mr. Steve. I run across you videos here and there. I have to say, you really are a professional. You're the go to guy for all of my questions concerning my '23 LRS. Wish you were around the corner. Boise sucks for HD mechanics. New sub. BTW, you have a cool voice man.
Hey Frank I appreciate the kind word sand the sub! Its funny I have a lot of comments saying I sound like John Goodman....I guess I dont hear it but kinda cool lol Mechanics are getting harder and harder to find these days..most of the shops around here have shut down or they have retired. Thanks again man..much appreciated!
I put together a tool bag similar to yours but with more multi use tools to save the weight and size. Included a motorcycle multi tool that has been a great addition. I’ve completely removed a street glide fairing to fix a wiring issue on the side of the highway with it. Also added a small first aide kit that has come in handy as well.
I know this is a very old video but Thank you. I just bought my first Harley, a Road Glide Special. I have tool kits for my Metric bikes but I don't know what I need for the Harley yet. This was quite helpful. Thanks again.
Thank you for checking it out! And glad to help!! Also include tire plug kit and a rechargeable air compressor. I didnt mention it in this video. Something similar to this kit amzn.to/488IUWI and this inflator amzn.to/3OxR6Ja These are the ones I keep on the bike. The inflator is very reliable and doesn't get super hot like the cheap ones do.
Great video. Will be making some additions to mine. Only thing I'd add isn't a tool but a shifter shaft. Seems to be a very common breakdown. We've had them go twice on trips.
Great list! As others mentioned I keep a tire plug kit, pressure gauge and valve stem tool with me. I always have a small set of vice grips and long nose vice grips. I would suggest those. I keep 2 small pieces of rubber hose that can slide over the long nose tips and the long nose vice grips can double as a hose crimper/ clamp if needed. I also have a second adjustable wrench in my tool kits in case the limited open ends and sockets I have don’t fit something I need 2 wrenches to tighten. It might be excessive but I also have a micro 12v test light, 2 small C clamps, spark plugs, plug gap disc, plug socket, stubby screwdrivers, a small file, cold chisel and pin punch. I also keep some tie wire, para-cord, cotter pins, safety pins, paper clips, clothespins, JB weld, locktight and superglue and a funnel on the bike as well. I guess the sky is the limit. On some of my tools I cut the handles down so the tools would be smaller. I also have the small 6ft motorcycle jumper cables as well as a small hand air pump which I keep on anyway for my police air adjust seat. Headlamp and basic first aid kit are good too.
i watched this video a few months ago and made my own tool bag following your set up. a few weeks ago i ended up needing it! glad i diy and brought for the 5hr solo ride.
I know this is an older video but I found it very helpful. I keep a bag on my bikes, with bike specific tools in each. But I also keep about 5' of baling wire and about 5' of duct tape just in case. Baling wire got me home a couple times. I really like your videos. Thanks.
thanks for checking it out and yes I think ill add some bailing wire to mine too...I've used all over the house so why not on the bike lol ...great idea!!
an personalised tool bag is the best way to go, you know exactly what you have on you, I don't have a tool bag yet, I clicked this video reading Build a motorcycle tool bag as in for your garage.
I bought a Craftsman small utility kit from Kmart over 15 years ago. It has slowly grown out of its bag from tools and items added such as zip ties, spark plug socket and extensions. It has SAE and Metric so i can fix both Harley’s and metrics as I have owned both. Great video, new ideas for my kit as well
I just stumbled upon this, and it reminded me of my first toolbag need on the side of the road. I was riding my first metric cruiser with a bunch of Harley rider friends, and one of them had an issue. No one had tools except me, and I pulled out my metric kit. The guy who broke down said my tools wouldn't work because his Super Glide was American, and it needed standard tools. Well, guess what ... they worked for what he needed. We got him sorted and back on the road, and he was laughing all the way through it. "All us bikers here, and it's the kid on the Suzuki who's the one smart enough to pack a tool roll."
sorry I missed this comment Roland....and thank you for checking it out. These tool bags have saved me butt and some friends butts a few times. and yes its amazing how may people think all harley bolts are standard...there is a ton of metric stuff on these bikes lol
Thanks Steve great job some really good ideals for my tool bag and thanks for taking the time I know its a lot of work to put this stuff together Stay Safe out there
Great video, definitely something folks need to keep in mind. We’ve actually put together a pretty extensive tool kit. I have it broken down into 2 smaller bags and a tool roll. This way we can split the kit up among 3 different bikes. This allows us to carry many different sized wrenches, sockets and such. This way, if we come across someone on another brand or foreign models we can offer assistance. We even carry a small jump box, actually assisted someone in Daytona earlier this year that left their lights on. Great video man!
Nice Shane..Yeah if you have the room then definitely can carry more tools. I do carry a jump box and should have mentioned that but it was separate so I forgot. But its been used a few times on buddies bikes too. Definitely a great add on!
This is by far the best video on the subject. No bs just good solid info. Thanks for sharing. 40 years of riding and still getting EXCELLENT info from riders like you. In my tool I have electric,teflon and duct tape. Also, I have stainless steel wire along with some jb steel stick. From experience, I had a person detail my bike. Detailer did not snap the tool bag correctly and came out flying in the freeway. All of my tools were lost. Also, do not overload the saddle bags and make sure you keep them balance. Lastly, I have a cigarette lighter power compressor and Cartridge for CO2 Inflators just in case. This tool bag is also used with the additional tool for the BMW gs 1200r and Ducati 1198.
Thank you George! I have since stepped up my flat tire game too...had a buddy that had a similar incident with his tool bag...didn't loose everything but quite a bit...thanks for checking out the video man! be safe
Yes sir Brian...I havent found a pre made one that suits me yet...thanks for checking out the video! Take care and ride safe.
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Opened my tool bag and little dried desert flower petals were there from a ride with a custom bike builder. Az desert ride, near the birder. Bag saved his day. Our ride continued.
Yep! I'm glad I saw this video. I been meaning to put some cheap tools together and putting them in the bag. Harbor Freight is a great place to look for alot of this. And it's a great place for kids or grandchildren to pickup just some of these things as a Christmas gift. The cheaper the better! Most Harbor Freight tools will do the job and get you going.
Yes sir jeff.,..HF has some great tools. I use quite a bit if HF stuff in the shop. We just got a HF in out hometown about 2 years ago..before that I had to drive 45 miles to get to one. Its came in very handy several times and you can shop some low end stuff for thr tool bag and higher end stuff for your own tools in the garage. They have a great mix! be safe and have a merry christmas!
Simply amazing. I have been looking at tool it’s for months. I screenshot your list. I am going to begin building this today. Makes a heck of a lot of sense.
Thanks for the video. It was perfect because it told me what common wrenches, sockets, torx etc. that I need for my Harley. Plus it gave me an opportunity to purge my tool box of the cheap hand tools that unfortunately you buy when you’re young and can’t afford the good tools. I did as you said added some things like: Super Glue, some mechanics wire, cut down length of the bigger and stronger wire ties, a multi tool that has a knife, and small right angle screw drive and bits (Harbor Freight). I also purchased a 56 Lumens Triangle emergency light that doubles for a flashlight, lights solid red color and flashing emergency red. This I’ll attached to the front of my Molle bag. Thanks again and take care.
Hey Keith! Thats awesome man...I have some of those triangles too...pretty sure I got them from harbor freight...picked up 5 or 6 of them and tossed some in each vehicle. And i feel you about purging..im not one to throw away tools..and last month I went through my tools and built my son a toolbox, and tossed about 40 screwdrivers....holy cow man I didnt know I had so many stuffed in that drawer. I thought this is ridiculous when I pick out 2 or 3 different ones every time I grab a screwdriver...I couldnt even tell you where 80% of those even came from lol
Great video bro. Tire plug kit as well. Not the best thing to ride long distance but will get you where you need to be to get fixed!! Don’t forget the CO2 cartridges!!!
Your choice of using a tactical bag is a great idea and far cheaper too, as I’ve just ordered the exact same one which is far better & practical looking than some similar ones out there that try to mimic it without the securing clipped down straps or just pull through tightening straps which is not good in my personal opinion. An excellent video you have posted with helpful hints & ideas of what to pack and even where to source cheap tools too.
One tip to store electrical or other tape in a very compact way is to take an old plastic card (like a credit style card) and put several wraps around it. Stores very flat and you can carry several feet of tape that way. I would also consider adding a tire plug/patch kit and small self powered inflator to the tool kit for long distance riding. Even if just to maintain your air pressure, it's handy to have a small self contained compressor and they take up very little space. Great video as always!
Great tip on the electric tape and yes I have upgraded to a smaller pocuh with a tire repair kit and a portable tire inflator ...thank you for checking it out!
Hey bud....great video.....few items for tbe tool bag 1. battery for key fob, super important on modern scooters.... 2..bic lighter for sure..... 3. 99 cent plastic poncho....amazing how many time this comes in handy Thx Stu
I Have Always Had A Tool Bag/Roll. My 1st Harley, A 1999 Electra Glide Came With, And Every Bike After I Made 1, My Current Bike I Bought 1, $99, Added To It, And Now I Got A New Bike, I Like The Shaving Kit Type Bag Idea 😊
Hey thanks for checking it out and dont forget like I did in this video to address tires...inflator and plug kit has been added and also a small first aid kit too.
Damned straight, absolutely the best tool bag video I've seen! The only thing different in mine: Channel Lock has a rebranded ratcheting screwdriver that absolutely kicks ass, Knipex pliers wrench and I think they call it an alligator wrench, and quality hex wrenches. New subscriber. Oh, and yea. Alot of guys just tout the cell phone credit card tool bag, but there's something that makes a guy feel good about being independent.
Awesome video Steve. The bag I use is from Roaring Fire Gear. It’s a “tool bag roll”. I never have tools fall out, packs up well cause it can be rolled real tight. Give it a look, thanks. God Bless!!✌️😎
Actually I was looking at that one and the one I got from amazon at the same time...the only reason I went with the one I got was the price, ill be honest. The roaring fire gear roll is very nice though and I had my eye on it for awhile. Thanks for the great tip and the review..I may make one from that bag next for the other bike so I dont have to keep swapping them out.
Great video!! Your tool bag looks similar to mine, but the idea of carrying one in my pickup was a great suggestion! Only thing I would add to your list is a small tire plug kit..... THAT I have had to use on the bike, just make sure to use it at a gas station where you can pump the tire back up lol.
Thats a great tip John! I know I need to address the air pressure issue or flats..I do have some repair kits and I did try one of those amazon rechargeable air inflators..little hand held one...it sucked..for 60 bucks it was terrible. Ill keep looking!
Another really great video... the only thing I would add is my trusty Vise-Grip pliers... Heck I've seen them used as a shifter arm to get you somewhere to fix it correctly.
Yes I had a set laid out to add tot he bag and never did...I need to find a smaller set that fits in the bag better ...thank you for the reminder and checking out the video!
Years ago pulled out of the old pine knot saloon in T or C New Mexico late Sunday night about 80 miles from home . on I- 25 south , dang! Flat tire , no , it was the rear.axle about half.way out .me and bro. Mike pick scooter up push axle back in n lock it down with vice grip pliers. Sabotage or careless me I don't know . pretty hairy experience either way... Vice grip pliers highly recommend for multiple uses.
I made my own from spare tools I had laying around my garage. I didn’t look at any of these videos, and took a 10 day trip. It rained like crazy and I had some electrical problems. I was quickly kicking myself for things I didn’t think to pack. Luckily, the one place I broke down was close to a NAPA auto parts store. I paid for crap that I could have packed from spares I already had. Appreciate your input.
My bike had a HD tool bag when I bought it. I’ve added a few tools to it. I also carry a medical kit. Only had to use it once in the last 20 years. I was a medic in the Army, and have trained for wilderness and emergency care. (Nam, 69-70.) I’ve used my tools to help others on the road many times. For those with key fobs, keep a couple extra batteries in your kit. This to has helped me and others on the road. One more thing: carry a battery charger. This too has helped me and even a cage or two.
Thanks for checking it out ken and thank you for the upgrade ideas! I do need a med kit in my bag,,,I may just build one of those too as the pre made ones are kinda cheesy and pricey for what your getting. I do keep a jump pack on the bike and have since got a tire repair kit together too with battery tire inflator.
Well I did the same thing you did I just put one together mostly from harbor freight the only difference is I put an extra toe shifter... And last year we were in Utah and my buddy pulled over on the highway once we caught up to him he told us his shifter fell off... I pulled out the extra one five minutes later we're back on the road.. one other thing I do have. A shorty ball-peen hammer. Otherwise in that I have the same exact bag you have... Thanks for doing this video. Helps me to think that I'm on the right track.
Yes another fella commented on the shifter and I thought to myself my Shift Shaft repair video is one of my most watched videos and yet I dont carry one lol Ill be getting one and making it fit in the bag. Thanks for the great tips!
Thanks Steve, this is a great idea, I bought my 2020 RGL new 16 months ago and being that I'm driving a new bike I have never felt that I really needed any tools with me other then a few real basic tools that I do have. But after seeing your video I'm going to start putting a tool bag together today, maybe I'm just lucky but in all my many, many years of riding I have never had a bike break down other then blowing a rear tire one time, and that little experience stopped me from trying to get the most mileage out of my tires. I have always wrenched on my bikes keeping then in great working order and I have always put lots of miles on my bikes 10 to 12,000 miles each year. I did order the tool bag from your link and will order a few other items but had to laugh a bit, I added up all items with the Amazon links and it totaled $159.71, now most of us have some odd tools laying around that we can add to this kit but thanks for listing them here so we can order those tools that we may have to go buy. Thanks again Steve for your great videos.
Hey Dave...not sure how this comment slipped passed me but it did...you have been very lucky to never be on the side of the road...even scarier now than it was 20 years ago..no one pays attention...I mean you see people hitting full on squad cars with lights flashing...you think they wont smoke you on a bike? I want to get off the road asap! And yes getting every bit if that from amazon is a bit much for sure...I just wanted to make sure everyone was clear on what I got and most of the stuff I had laying around and I agree most guys do.
Good video... I got that military bag and screwdriver kit u have linked on your video. Worked out great... That bag holds a lot.. Fits nice in Road King..👍👍👍
Great information. I do have a small kit as I am adding stuff. Allen wrenches and crescent wrench and lock tite and a few other wrenches I keep a shifter just in case mine quits working!
Great tip! The extra shifter is a must have and now im going to get one for my bag. My shifter shaft repair video is one of my most watched videos and yet I dont have a spare lol thanks for the tip David!
I built my tool bag... I have more than I need, it's heavy. All extra tools I've had...yes, I have absolutely saved the day with my tools on the side of the road
Another good video. I made up a tool bag for my bike years ago out of an old shaving kit bag. Like most of the other poster I add to it when I have the need. Lost the shifter shaft on my bike a few years why on the road. Made it to a parking lot where my buddy and I were able to fix it using the tools and spare parts he carried on his bike.
Great tip! Yeah another great tip...My Shift Shaft repair video is one of the most watched videos on my channel and yet I dont carry an extra shifter lol..pretty dumb of me...I may go pick one up today and make it fit! Thanks Ricky!
Set my own up, similar to yours. Glad I had it, more than once. Haven't had to grab my nuts with the back end of my pliers yet, but you never know. Nice touch, brother.
First off - nice shirt! Now, having said that, this is always a great topic. It’s always best to put together your own tool bag. No need to buy a $100+ tool roll to carry unless you’re lazy. For years, I used to carry a mini garage, but now it’s narrowed down to stuff I need in order to tighten bolts or screws, secure an item (Think zip ties and Rok straps) or fix a flat. Any other kind of maintenance probably needs to be done in a garage or a shop. If I am on a long ride, I will carry a Reda 1 gal. saddlebag gas container which I have actually used to help several stranded riders over the years. I swap the Reda between my Harley or Wing depending on what I am riding and how far and for how long I am going. Especially cross-desert riding. I consider this a part of my ‘tool’ carry. All my carry tools (for both my HD and my Wing) are inexpensive Harbor Freight, garage sale or pawn shop tools. If I loose a tool, I won’t loose sleep over it. On a side note. I am intrigued by the self-soldering wire connection. I will need to check into that as well as the Molle bag. I like both of those. Update: I just ordered three of the Molle bags. 1 each for both my bikes and one for my pick-up truck. Estimated delivery (Jan 8th - 22. Eeeek)
Hey thank you! Love the dixxon shirts! And thanks for the comment too...Always best to carry the cheapest tools to get it done..loose one? no biggie, hand it off? no biggie. The link I put for the mollie bags was just a few days shipping...did you get them from amazon? These are the connectors I get but you can find smaller qualities. I use them on stereo installs so I order a gob of them at a time. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MLHT2NZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
Great video Steve, I watched this some time ago and put together a kit, even bought that tool pouch and a few other things that you had the link to on your site here. Great kit and I have never had to use anything out of it but then I do my own maintenance and I just don't have any problems with my 2020 RGL, but it is nice to know that if I need a tool on the road I probably have what I need with me.
Hey dave, yes sir...and like I said in the video too , you maybe able to help someone else in a pinch...ive probably used mine more on others bikes than my own and its a great feeling be able to say hey I have that and get that person some help right away.
Absolutely ...I usually pick up spare wrenches there and some spare sockets...all the 10mm's I can find lol usually about 4 or 5 bucks for a handful of tools
My Bike has the stock tools plus the rear shock adjust spanner. Added 750 amp jump starter, Tire plug kit, a few face cloths for rags, volt meter, Rubber gloves, N95 face masks, DOT 5 brake fluid, hand style air pump. A first aid kit is also handy. Ciao.
Great video. I currently ride a ‘78 FXE Superglide shovelhead. My tool bag has just the basics, not nearly as complete as yours. A good crescent wrench, end wrenches: 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, and 5/8. Pliers, needle nose, a multi drive screw driver with all the bits I’ll need, spare spark plugs and wrench, zip ties, and a couple hose clamps.
Great video, always important to some kind of tools on board. Like you, I put together my own using extras and cheapos I picked up anywhere. Used it to work on bike to see what I needed and what I didn't. Worked out pretty well.
Great video as always Steve and a good subject to touch on I keep a multi tool Leatherman and A multi tool set Harley gives out from the factory I’ve been searching bags and I like your idea to make your own
Yeah Michael I to searched high and low for pre made bags but none of them really suited me or what I wanted and then paying a little extra because it was pre made didnt settle well either. I just realized my links arent working so im fixing those but seriously check out that molly bag on amazon and then start building a kit..youll be way happier
Hey Alvin yeah just think small amounts of tape, zipt ies etc but try to keepo the basic tools you thin k may help you...remember its not really about fixing the issue but rather fixing it "enough" to get you off the side of the road. Thanks for checking it out and have a Happy New Year!
I had put together a tool roll, of spare tools I had. I've used it on side of the road to help out friends and others in need. I'm going to redo mine as I'm missing a few tools now. Going to look at the molle bags. Another thing to keep on hand is spare fob batteries. I tape a pack of 2 under my TP lid. Never know when you or someone else may need a new battery.
Another great video!! I built my own as well. Phillips and flat head, set of open end wrenches, zip ties, electric tape, sockets, channel lock, wire strippers, small bungee cord. I own a softail. Thankfully I haven't had to use yet. However the bungee has been useful a few times actually. Thanks again for these awesome videos!! I'm your new #1 fan!
ugggg ! I just bought a cruztool bag ! But I also just bought the molly bag ! I'll add everything you spoke of ! Thanks for the knowledge ! Great vid !
Thank you for checking it out Lewis...yeah ive never been a fan of the "one size fits all" bags...they are expensive and you aren't getting much in there but still better than nothing.
Screw in tire plugs, 12v mini air pump, Leatherman, micro fiber towels and rain-x, rokstraps, lighter. I also keep my heel shifter and drill out the bolt hole and put in a shank bolt/nut/ lock washer. In 2018 on my old bike 2001 ultra classic, coming home from Sturgis had the shifter come off at 85mph on I-80 in the twisties dropping into Salt Lake City in a rainstorm. The stock bolt is all threads/ no shank and the threads in the slotted area wore out. Luckily I had the heel shifter in the bottom of the saddlebag from when I removed it. I never used/ liked a heel shifter. Now on my 2018 geezer glide ultra couch I put in shank bolts in all areas of the linkage along with upgraded after market linkage and an extra shaft. My sons friend broke his shaft ( insert giggle here) up in Azalea Montana at topless Tuesday and 20 min later was riding again.
Excellent video Steve - some great ideas. I carry a tool kit that I put together from odds and ends in my garage that pretty much mirrors the kit shown. Additionally, I carry a tire repair kit with a small air pump. Thanks for the video and ride safe.
Thank you! yes I really need to work on my tire situation....looking for a portable pump now, maybe battery operated that wont take up half my saddlebag lol but yeah I need to upgrade my kit with that as well.
Goin from Bridgeport CT to Niagara Falls one year, had an injector fail, between two of us we had everything I needed to take it apart, but whatever he supplied I made sure to put in my tool roll. While a couple others went to Syracuse Harley we disassembled the bike and waited. Fun times…..
Great call on the Tactical Admin Pouch Bag! With the molle straps and d-rings, and outer straps, you can pack or attach this bag almost anywhere on the bike. Or on tail bags etc. depending on how you ride and pack.
Thanks dave..I knew when I was goign to build my pack it would be molle...love that stuff...was just a matter of getting the right size and good material
Great little set up. I put a couple of spark plugs and one long plug wire in mine because wth not. Plugs fowl and wires crack. Maybe a little bottle of octane boost.
Well I almost ordered a pre made tool bag but after watching this I think I am going to build me two tool bags following g your advice. I am that guy that keeps his bike showroom clean but pay someone else to do all the preventative maintain equipment based on Harley mtce manual. Thanks for the advice.
Thanks for weighing in TR! Just made more sense to me after looking at all fothe pre made ones...they are nice but all of them lack things you may need and each bike is kind of particular so having a pre made one just didnt make any sense to me. Plus shopping for tools is always pretty fun in my book lol
Great Video! I use a tool bag equipped similarly on my Road King. I also carry a tire plug kit and a small lithium battery powered inflator. Have used both Twice in helping stuck Bros on the roadside. Lastly, although not for the faint of heart
I carry a 30' length of strong thin nylon rope. Have actually towed (very slowly and on a level road) a buddy's softail with a fried transmission back to a safe place.
yes I need to address my tire plug kit for sure..and can you tell me which inflator you have..I read some reviews on some on amazon and they were pretty bad reviews on all of them...id like to get a good one.
Glad the video helped and thank you for checking it out. I always have something new I want to add but its getting pretty packed now and I really need to add some for tires and pressure..still working on that.
Another good video with sound advice. I completely agree with the tools and products. But I will offer my two cents to your tool roll. I bought one of those hockey puck lights from a chain auto parts store. It's battery powered and has a hook 🪝, and strong magnet 🧲 on it. It's a great safety item for the bike if a break down happens at night. It has multiple flashing red LED lights and a flash light. If you don't have any battery power for four way flashers on the bike, this little thing might keep you from being hit by a car or truck.
Hey Albert! Yes sir great advice and I actually have that same light in my tour pack...and I forgot to mention it because it wasnt in the roll....and I should have. I got 3 of them actually to put around the bike if im on the side of the road at night...hopefully never have top use them but great sound advice!
Great vid!! I'm 51 now. My father was a true old school biker. Always wore greasy jeans, ZZ beard, dirty shirts, dirty jokes
But tools on the road were no joke. He road old British bikes as a kid then moved up (or dow depending on who you talked to lol) to the HD pan & shovel heads.
You were often on the side of the road helping a fellow rider or saving yourself.
Tire tools and tube patch kits were popular. Test light. Basic combo wrenches, electrical tape, mini needle nose vise grips and a small emergency tarp. Working on your bike on the side of the road in the rain blows.
He had all his gear and a few spare cloths tied to his oversized sissy bar / rat trap set up. Looked funny but was always the guy everybody knew he'd have something for ya.
I sure miss him.
Your vid took me down memory lane.
Thank you my friend.
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Hello Len and thank you for checking out the video man. Much appreciated and thats a great story...good memories there..ive since beefed up my tire game ...i literally had nothing in there for tires and even had 2 repair kits just sitting in the shop lol
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I'm 23 years of age and a new rider ty for your wisdom kind sir God bless
Youre very welcome!
The look on your face when you said "you can grab so nuts with them" is priceless. Love your channel.
LOL...soon as I said it..I knew that was staying in the video...thanks for checking it out J!
Plug kit is the only thing your missing and that’s what my bag started with. I was 2hrs away from house when I got a flat rear tire. I was about 20min from a gas station. Thank god the gas station I went to had a tire plug kit. Then I also got a small air pump from a junk car at a salvage yard.The newer Buick regals has them and the newer Malibu. They are really small and it’s worth the peace of mind to have in your saddle bag if you have the room. My tool kit isn’t complete yet but I know more what to look for now that I watched the video. Thanks man. Great video.
Sorry for the late reply Harry...but yes a plug kit and some sort of inflation is for sure something I need to address in my kit. Glad the video helped you get some ideas! Take care and ride safe!
Valve stem cores
I realize that this video is a year old, but I keep 3 more things in my kit that you didn't mention, that others may find useful.
A small C clamp for pushing brakes back if you have to do any brake work to free up a wheel. (Done this.)
A kickstand spring, because those don't break at home and they don't take up much space or weight.
A spare shifter peg. I can't count the number of times people with me have lost a shift peg on rides.
Great video
Hey cowboy... thank you for the very useful tips! Those are all great ideas and what's crazy is I have all those things just laying around and never thought about adding it in. Great tips!!
I love your videos. Why? Because you get to the point and you don't try to be cool. You just do what the title of the video says you are going to do. I just bought a 2014 Tri Glide Ultra and your videos have already helped me a lot. I have done all of my own work for years (had a dad that taught me to work on stuff and figure it out). I will be making my own tool kit instead of buying the HD one for $170. Keep on making grat vids and KEEP THE RUBBER SIDE DOWN!
Thank you Tim, we try to keep everything pretty straight forward, im the same way,..,hate watching bs just to get to the point lol...and no click bait thumbnails! hate those. Glad the videos are helping man! Be safe!
I think a headband light would be handy as well, they are light and small and would provide hands free lighting. Great video, gonna start building my bag!
i use those all over the house and shop and I now have one small enough that fits in the bag...I got a couple of them so I will add one now...great idea!!
The dramatic pause made my day! Great points!
haha thanks for checking it out Perry!
I haven't been riding for too long however, from experience on the car side of things. The little premade kits are typically a good foundation to build upon and give you a solid starting point if you don't already own a lot of tools, and you're just learning how to wrench. My suggestion if you go the premade kit route, actually use your kit when doing maintenance and modding your bike. After a little bit you'll discover/add the tools that you need and have a kit pretty much tailored to your bike.
i agree if your doing it that route then yes...actually use it and youll find real quick what you actually need.
Thanks for putting this video out! I appreciate that you are not selling a tool bag but suggesting what you should have.
Thank you Dave! Ive also added a tire kit and rechargeable air pump and also a small first aid kit
Great subject. I love how honest you are about where you get your tools.
Thank you Ross...repairing on the sid eof the road doesn't take fancy tools for sure...just tools to get it done. Thanks for checking out the video!!
I came for tool content and this man is out here making sure people can help out other people, what a hero!
Thank you for checking it out Eric! Much appreciated!
. I gotta admit you gave me some good ideas and I learned new things watching this video. Thanks for taking the time to make this video. !
Thank you for the kind words and glad the video helped you. Take care and ride safe..
Those Solder Seal Wire Connectors are a life saver. Another great video 👊🏽🇺🇸
Thanks man.. Ilove those things...Use them all the audio installs. So much faster
Making my own out of spare tools. Your ideas make sense. I’m going to make one fir my truck like you said. First aid kit is also a good idea
BTW..I added something to my bag… bought one of those Harbor Freight LED head lamps. I wrapped around my tool kit and threw in a couple extra batteries. Easier to work in the dark with two hands than trying to hold on to a flashlight while you work.
yes sir...great idea man! I just got a few headlights from amazon the other day..my old ones were getting pretty sloppy..i use them in the shop a lot. i think ill throw one of my older ones in there ! Thanks for the tip!
Hello Mr. Steve. I run across you videos here and there. I have to say, you really are a professional. You're the go to guy for all of my questions concerning my '23 LRS. Wish you were around the corner. Boise sucks for HD mechanics. New sub. BTW, you have a cool voice man.
Hey Frank I appreciate the kind word sand the sub! Its funny I have a lot of comments saying I sound like John Goodman....I guess I dont hear it but kinda cool lol Mechanics are getting harder and harder to find these days..most of the shops around here have shut down or they have retired. Thanks again man..much appreciated!
@@sikbaggers My pleasure. And BTW, do you recommend an external breather for the 117?
I put together a tool bag similar to yours but with more multi use tools to save the weight and size. Included a motorcycle multi tool that has been a great addition. I’ve completely removed a street glide fairing to fix a wiring issue on the side of the highway with it. Also added a small first aide kit that has come in handy as well.
yes we added a first aid kit last year right before sturgis and it was something i had overlooked for years but a great idea to have!
I know this is a very old video but Thank you. I just bought my first Harley, a Road Glide Special. I have tool kits for my Metric bikes but I don't know what I need for the Harley yet. This was quite helpful. Thanks again.
Thank you for checking it out! And glad to help!! Also include tire plug kit and a rechargeable air compressor. I didnt mention it in this video. Something similar to this kit amzn.to/488IUWI and this inflator amzn.to/3OxR6Ja These are the ones I keep on the bike. The inflator is very reliable and doesn't get super hot like the cheap ones do.
Another great video. Love all the tools, got to get me a set fixed up.
Great video. Will be making some additions to mine. Only thing I'd add isn't a tool but a shifter shaft. Seems to be a very common breakdown. We've had them go twice on trips.
yeah i did that video on the shifter a couple of years ago...it happens a lot so its not a bad idea at all...thanks Paul!
Great list! As others mentioned I keep a tire plug kit, pressure gauge and valve stem tool with me. I always have a small set of vice grips and long nose vice grips. I would suggest those. I keep 2 small pieces of rubber hose that can slide over the long nose tips and the long nose vice grips can double as a hose crimper/ clamp if needed. I also have a second adjustable wrench in my tool kits in case the limited open ends and sockets I have don’t fit something I need 2 wrenches to tighten. It might be excessive but I also have a micro 12v test light, 2 small C clamps, spark plugs, plug gap disc, plug socket, stubby screwdrivers, a small file, cold chisel and pin punch. I also keep some tie wire, para-cord, cotter pins, safety pins, paper clips, clothespins, JB weld, locktight and superglue and a funnel on the bike as well. I guess the sky is the limit. On some of my tools I cut the handles down so the tools would be smaller. I also have the small 6ft motorcycle jumper cables as well as a small hand air pump which I keep on anyway for my police air adjust seat. Headlamp and basic first aid kit are good too.
Great additions to the pack! Thank you for sharing!
Great video. Way more affordable than premade kits, and this has practical sizes that you actually need.
yes sir! Thanks for checking it out!
i watched this video a few months ago and made my own tool bag following your set up. a few weeks ago i ended up needing it! glad i diy and brought for the 5hr solo ride.
very nice! Ive used the tar out of mine.
I just came across your channel and you've got a new subscriber.
A lot of good advice here. Thanks for taking the time. Much appreciated.
I know this is an older video but I found it very helpful. I keep a bag on my bikes, with bike specific tools in each. But I also keep about 5' of baling wire and about 5' of duct tape just in case. Baling wire got me home a couple times. I really like your videos. Thanks.
thanks for checking it out and yes I think ill add some bailing wire to mine too...I've used all over the house so why not on the bike lol ...great idea!!
an personalised tool bag is the best way to go, you know exactly what you have on you, I don't have a tool bag yet, I clicked this video reading Build a motorcycle tool bag as in for your garage.
Great subject that needed to be addressed.
Thanks Steve
You're very welcome and thank you for checking it out!
I bought a Craftsman small utility kit from Kmart over 15 years ago. It has slowly grown out of its bag from tools and items added such as zip ties, spark plug socket and extensions. It has SAE and Metric so i can fix both Harley’s and metrics as I have owned both. Great video, new ideas for my kit as well
Hey glad to help! Always good to have a kit!
You are a kind man, leaving tools to other people even if it's cheap most people would never do that. Respect.
if it can help someone get off the side of the road its worth it..we have to look out for each other..no one else is going to do it
I just stumbled upon this, and it reminded me of my first toolbag need on the side of the road. I was riding my first metric cruiser with a bunch of Harley rider friends, and one of them had an issue. No one had tools except me, and I pulled out my metric kit. The guy who broke down said my tools wouldn't work because his Super Glide was American, and it needed standard tools.
Well, guess what ... they worked for what he needed. We got him sorted and back on the road, and he was laughing all the way through it. "All us bikers here, and it's the kid on the Suzuki who's the one smart enough to pack a tool roll."
sorry I missed this comment Roland....and thank you for checking it out. These tool bags have saved me butt and some friends butts a few times. and yes its amazing how may people think all harley bolts are standard...there is a ton of metric stuff on these bikes lol
Thanks Steve great job some really good ideals for my tool bag and thanks for taking the time I know its a lot of work to put this stuff together Stay Safe out there
Thank you Cathy for the kind words. Im glad the video gave you some tips! Take care and ride safe.
great video, here in TN. pawn shop tools are a steal "ok maybe that's not a good way to say it" but you get it... keep the videos rolling
lol..yeha i get it..pawn shops for hand tools are pretty decent here as well...glad the video helped!
Great video, definitely something folks need to keep in mind. We’ve actually put together a pretty extensive tool kit. I have it broken down into 2 smaller bags and a tool roll. This way we can split the kit up among 3 different bikes. This allows us to carry many different sized wrenches, sockets and such. This way, if we come across someone on another brand or foreign models we can offer assistance. We even carry a small jump box, actually assisted someone in Daytona earlier this year that left their lights on.
Great video man!
Nice Shane..Yeah if you have the room then definitely can carry more tools. I do carry a jump box and should have mentioned that but it was separate so I forgot. But its been used a few times on buddies bikes too. Definitely a great add on!
I've been trying to come up with a tool kit....thanks for this video man! Good stuff!
Glad to help and thank you for watching!
This is by far the best video on the subject. No bs just good solid info. Thanks for sharing. 40 years of riding and still getting EXCELLENT info from riders like you. In my tool I have electric,teflon and duct tape. Also, I have stainless steel wire along with some jb steel stick.
From experience, I had a person detail my bike. Detailer did not snap the tool bag correctly and came out flying in the freeway. All of my tools were lost. Also, do not overload the saddle bags and make sure you keep them balance. Lastly, I have a cigarette lighter power compressor and Cartridge for CO2 Inflators just in case. This tool bag is also used with the additional tool for the BMW gs 1200r and Ducati 1198.
Thank you George! I have since stepped up my flat tire game too...had a buddy that had a similar incident with his tool bag...didn't loose everything but quite a bit...thanks for checking out the video man! be safe
I have several tool bags that I have made and also ordered, nothing beats building my on, because I put it together and know what’s in it. Thanks bro
Yes sir Brian...I havent found a pre made one that suits me yet...thanks for checking out the video! Take care and ride safe.
Opened my tool bag and little dried desert flower petals were there from a ride with a custom bike builder. Az desert ride, near the birder. Bag saved his day. Our ride continued.
very cool....always good to have on you!
Yep! I'm glad I saw this video. I been meaning to put some cheap tools together and putting them in the bag. Harbor Freight is a great place to look for alot of this. And it's a great place for kids or grandchildren to pickup just some of these things as a Christmas gift. The cheaper the better! Most Harbor Freight tools will do the job and get you going.
Yes sir jeff.,..HF has some great tools. I use quite a bit if HF stuff in the shop. We just got a HF in out hometown about 2 years ago..before that I had to drive 45 miles to get to one. Its came in very handy several times and you can shop some low end stuff for thr tool bag and higher end stuff for your own tools in the garage. They have a great mix! be safe and have a merry christmas!
Thank you for this kit video! I will be building one! You’re the best brother!
Absolutely! glad to help!
Simply amazing. I have been looking at tool it’s for months. I screenshot your list. I am going to begin building this today. Makes a heck of a lot of sense.
Very cool man...im working on getting some tire stuff ion there...I need to scrap a few things to make it fit though.
Thanks for the video. It was perfect because it told me what common wrenches, sockets, torx etc. that I need for my Harley. Plus it gave me an opportunity to purge my tool box of the cheap hand tools that unfortunately you buy when you’re young and can’t afford the good tools. I did as you said added some things like: Super Glue, some mechanics wire, cut down length of the bigger and stronger wire ties, a multi tool that has a knife, and small right angle screw drive and bits (Harbor Freight). I also purchased a 56 Lumens Triangle emergency light that doubles for a flashlight, lights solid red color and flashing emergency red. This I’ll attached to the front of my Molle bag.
Thanks again and take care.
Hey Keith! Thats awesome man...I have some of those triangles too...pretty sure I got them from harbor freight...picked up 5 or 6 of them and tossed some in each vehicle. And i feel you about purging..im not one to throw away tools..and last month I went through my tools and built my son a toolbox, and tossed about 40 screwdrivers....holy cow man I didnt know I had so many stuffed in that drawer. I thought this is ridiculous when I pick out 2 or 3 different ones every time I grab a screwdriver...I couldnt even tell you where 80% of those even came from lol
Great video bro. Tire plug kit as well. Not the best thing to ride long distance but will get you where you need to be to get fixed!! Don’t forget the CO2 cartridges!!!
Great tip Don! Im looking into getting some of those today..I do need to address the tire issue in my kit. Ive thought about it several times.
I also keep tire plug kit, extra valve stems and valve stem tool on both of my harley's
Your choice of using a tactical bag is a great idea and far cheaper too, as I’ve just ordered the exact same one which is far better & practical looking than some similar ones out there that try to mimic it without the securing clipped down straps or just pull through tightening straps which is not good in my personal opinion.
An excellent video you have posted with helpful hints & ideas of what to pack and even where to source cheap tools too.
thank you for checking it out...ive slung this bag all over the place and its still holding strong..glad to help!
I need a tool bag like that. Excellent.
Yes sir..pretty cheap to build really and it definitely comes in handy..used it several times out at sturgis last year, even on my bike
One tip to store electrical or other tape in a very compact way is to take an old plastic card (like a credit style card) and put several wraps around it. Stores very flat and you can carry several feet of tape that way. I would also consider adding a tire plug/patch kit and small self powered inflator to the tool kit for long distance riding. Even if just to maintain your air pressure, it's handy to have a small self contained compressor and they take up very little space. Great video as always!
Great tip on the electric tape and yes I have upgraded to a smaller pocuh with a tire repair kit and a portable tire inflator ...thank you for checking it out!
Built my own n always adding to it. Carry it with me always. Never know when you’ll need something.
Thanks for checking it out Thomas! I think building your own is a much better route myself.
Excellent choices for a good all around tool bag. Gave me some handy ideas to round out my adventure tool bag. 👍🏼
Thanks Bradley! Glad it helped out and thanks for weighing in.
Hey bud....great video.....few items for tbe tool bag
1. battery for key fob, super important on modern scooters....
2..bic lighter for sure.....
3. 99 cent plastic poncho....amazing how many time this comes in handy
Thx
Stu
Always informative. Love your content Steve
Thank you Dusty!
I Have Always Had A Tool Bag/Roll.
My 1st Harley, A 1999 Electra Glide Came With, And Every Bike After I Made 1, My Current Bike I Bought 1, $99, Added To It, And Now I Got A New Bike, I Like The Shaving Kit Type Bag Idea 😊
Hey thanks for checking it out and dont forget like I did in this video to address tires...inflator and plug kit has been added and also a small first aid kit too.
Made my own tool bag. Great video!
Good choice!
Thanks for the video it just changed my tool bag for the better
Glad it helped Jeriel!
Damned straight, absolutely the best tool bag video I've seen!
The only thing different in mine: Channel Lock has a rebranded ratcheting screwdriver that absolutely kicks ass, Knipex pliers wrench and I think they call it an alligator wrench, and quality hex wrenches.
New subscriber.
Oh, and yea. Alot of guys just tout the cell phone credit card tool bag, but there's something that makes a guy feel good about being independent.
Thank you Tommy! Always adding/deleting or improving the kit over time!
Awesome video Steve. The bag I use is from Roaring Fire Gear. It’s a “tool bag roll”. I never have tools fall out, packs up well cause it can be rolled real tight. Give it a look, thanks. God Bless!!✌️😎
Actually I was looking at that one and the one I got from amazon at the same time...the only reason I went with the one I got was the price, ill be honest. The roaring fire gear roll is very nice though and I had my eye on it for awhile. Thanks for the great tip and the review..I may make one from that bag next for the other bike so I dont have to keep swapping them out.
Great video!! Your tool bag looks similar to mine, but the idea of carrying one in my pickup was a great suggestion! Only thing I would add to your list is a small tire plug kit..... THAT I have had to use on the bike, just make sure to use it at a gas station where you can pump the tire back up lol.
Thats a great tip John! I know I need to address the air pressure issue or flats..I do have some repair kits and I did try one of those amazon rechargeable air inflators..little hand held one...it sucked..for 60 bucks it was terrible. Ill keep looking!
Another really great video... the only thing I would add is my trusty Vise-Grip pliers... Heck I've seen them used as a shifter arm to get you somewhere to fix it correctly.
Yes I had a set laid out to add tot he bag and never did...I need to find a smaller set that fits in the bag better ...thank you for the reminder and checking out the video!
Years ago pulled out of the old pine knot saloon in T or C New Mexico late Sunday night about 80 miles from home . on I- 25 south , dang! Flat tire , no , it was the rear.axle about half.way out .me and bro. Mike pick scooter up push axle back in n lock it down with vice grip pliers. Sabotage or careless me I don't know . pretty hairy experience either way...
Vice grip pliers highly recommend for multiple uses.
That might have been my husband you saw doing that. 😂
You rock! I got so much good usefull info from you. Practical and to the point. Thanks man!
thank you for checking them out!
I made my own from spare tools I had laying around my garage. I didn’t look at any of these videos, and took a 10 day trip. It rained like crazy and I had some electrical problems. I was quickly kicking myself for things I didn’t think to pack. Luckily, the one place I broke down was close to a NAPA auto parts store. I paid for crap that I could have packed from spares I already had. Appreciate your input.
Yeah that sucks man but at least you were close to a store...its hard to think of everything you might need when crap hits the fan out on the road.
My bike had a HD tool bag when I bought it. I’ve added a few tools to it.
I also carry a medical kit. Only had to use it once in the last 20 years. I was a medic in the Army, and have trained for wilderness and emergency care. (Nam, 69-70.)
I’ve used my tools to help others on the road many times.
For those with key fobs, keep a couple extra batteries in your kit. This to has helped me and others on the road.
One more thing: carry a battery charger. This too has helped me and even a cage or two.
Thanks for checking it out ken and thank you for the upgrade ideas! I do need a med kit in my bag,,,I may just build one of those too as the pre made ones are kinda cheesy and pricey for what your getting. I do keep a jump pack on the bike and have since got a tire repair kit together too with battery tire inflator.
Well I did the same thing you did I just put one together mostly from harbor freight the only difference is I put an extra toe shifter... And last year we were in Utah and my buddy pulled over on the highway once we caught up to him he told us his shifter fell off... I pulled out the extra one five minutes later we're back on the road.. one other thing I do have. A shorty ball-peen hammer. Otherwise in that I have the same exact bag you have... Thanks for doing this video. Helps me to think that I'm on the right track.
Yes another fella commented on the shifter and I thought to myself my Shift Shaft repair video is one of my most watched videos and yet I dont carry one lol Ill be getting one and making it fit in the bag. Thanks for the great tips!
Thanks Steve, this is a great idea, I bought my 2020 RGL new 16 months ago and being that I'm driving a new bike I have never felt that I really needed any tools with me other then a few real basic tools that I do have. But after seeing your video I'm going to start putting a tool bag together today, maybe I'm just lucky but in all my many, many years of riding I have never had a bike break down other then blowing a rear tire one time, and that little experience stopped me from trying to get the most mileage out of my tires. I have always wrenched on my bikes keeping then in great working order and I have always put lots of miles on my bikes 10 to 12,000 miles each year. I did order the tool bag from your link and will order a few other items but had to laugh a bit, I added up all items with the Amazon links and it totaled $159.71, now most of us have some odd tools laying around that we can add to this kit but thanks for listing them here so we can order those tools that we may have to go buy. Thanks again Steve for your great videos.
Hey Dave...not sure how this comment slipped passed me but it did...you have been very lucky to never be on the side of the road...even scarier now than it was 20 years ago..no one pays attention...I mean you see people hitting full on squad cars with lights flashing...you think they wont smoke you on a bike? I want to get off the road asap! And yes getting every bit if that from amazon is a bit much for sure...I just wanted to make sure everyone was clear on what I got and most of the stuff I had laying around and I agree most guys do.
Good video... I got that military bag and screwdriver kit u have linked on your video. Worked out great... That bag holds a lot.. Fits nice in Road King..👍👍👍
Thanks for checking it out Andy! Glad to help!
Great information. I do have a small kit as I am adding stuff. Allen wrenches and crescent wrench and lock tite and a few other wrenches I keep a shifter just in case mine quits working!
Great tip! The extra shifter is a must have and now im going to get one for my bag. My shifter shaft repair video is one of my most watched videos and yet I dont have a spare lol thanks for the tip David!
I built my tool bag... I have more than I need, it's heavy. All extra tools I've had...yes, I have absolutely saved the day with my tools on the side of the road
right on man...better to have it just in case..saved my butt in sturgis 3 times last year..you just never know.
The “tooth” side of diagonal cutters is actually for crimping butt connectors. Not a lot of people know that.
Thank you for video I am heading out on a long trip this summer and was looking for a list of tools to carry... Love your vids...
Glad to help Steve! Safe travels!
Another good video. I made up a tool bag for my bike years ago out of an old shaving kit bag. Like most of the other poster I add to it when I have the need. Lost the shifter shaft on my bike a few years why on the road. Made it to a parking lot where my buddy and I were able to fix it using the tools and spare parts he carried on his bike.
Great tip! Yeah another great tip...My Shift Shaft repair video is one of the most watched videos on my channel and yet I dont carry an extra shifter lol..pretty dumb of me...I may go pick one up today and make it fit! Thanks Ricky!
Well done Steven, ya can't fix it without the tool's, great video brother💯👊🏽😎
Thanks for checking in out! Its saved me and some buddies a few times!
@@sikbaggers yes sir, I'm probably going to get that tool bag, it look's better than the one that I have right now, thanks again brother💯
Great information. I'm going to do that this week for sure.
Thanks for checking it out Richard and glad I could help on some tool ideas. Let me know how it turns out!
Thats a great starting kit
thank you sir!
Set my own up, similar to yours. Glad I had it, more than once. Haven't had to grab my nuts with the back end of my pliers yet, but you never know. Nice touch, brother.
HA! Yeah you never know...might be someone elses nuts...strange things happen lol Thanks for checking out the video...take care and ride safe.
First off - nice shirt! Now, having said that, this is always a great topic. It’s always best to put together your own tool bag. No need to buy a $100+ tool roll to carry unless you’re lazy. For years, I used to carry a mini garage, but now it’s narrowed down to stuff I need in order to tighten bolts or screws, secure an item (Think zip ties and Rok straps) or fix a flat. Any other kind of maintenance probably needs to be done in a garage or a shop. If I am on a long ride, I will carry a Reda 1 gal. saddlebag gas container which I have actually used to help several stranded riders over the years. I swap the Reda between my Harley or Wing depending on what I am riding and how far and for how long I am going. Especially cross-desert riding. I consider this a part of my ‘tool’ carry.
All my carry tools (for both my HD and my Wing) are inexpensive Harbor Freight, garage sale or pawn shop tools. If I loose a tool, I won’t loose sleep over it.
On a side note. I am intrigued by the self-soldering wire connection. I will need to check into that as well as the Molle bag. I like both of those.
Update: I just ordered three of the Molle bags. 1 each for both my bikes and one for my pick-up truck. Estimated delivery (Jan 8th - 22. Eeeek)
Hey thank you! Love the dixxon shirts! And thanks for the comment too...Always best to carry the cheapest tools to get it done..loose one? no biggie, hand it off? no biggie. The link I put for the mollie bags was just a few days shipping...did you get them from amazon? These are the connectors I get but you can find smaller qualities. I use them on stereo installs so I order a gob of them at a time. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MLHT2NZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
@@sikbaggers …yes, I ordered from Amazon. I picked the desert camo, maybe that’s why those are delayed
Great video Steve, I watched this some time ago and put together a kit, even bought that tool pouch and a few other things that you had the link to on your site here.
Great kit and I have never had to use anything out of it but then I do my own maintenance and I just don't have any problems with my 2020 RGL, but it is nice to know that if I need a tool on the road I probably have what I need with me.
Hey dave, yes sir...and like I said in the video too , you maybe able to help someone else in a pinch...ive probably used mine more on others bikes than my own and its a great feeling be able to say hey I have that and get that person some help right away.
A tubeless tire plug kit is a good idea too!
yes...we have since added a tire plug kit and a rechargeable inflator.
Thanks for the info. Great Idea about the pawn shop. Have to try that.
Absolutely ...I usually pick up spare wrenches there and some spare sockets...all the 10mm's I can find lol usually about 4 or 5 bucks for a handful of tools
My Bike has the stock tools plus the rear shock adjust spanner. Added 750 amp jump starter, Tire plug kit, a few face cloths for rags, volt meter, Rubber gloves, N95 face masks, DOT 5 brake fluid, hand style air pump. A first aid kit is also handy. Ciao.
Very nice tips Wes! I do have a seperate jump pack in its own case and I forgot to mention that. Lots of other great tips too..thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the tutorials I've learned a lot...👍
Thanks for checking them out Chris!
Awesome video steve...time to go to the pawn shops ....
glad to help Joel!
Great video. I currently ride a ‘78 FXE Superglide shovelhead. My tool bag has just the basics, not nearly as complete as yours. A good crescent wrench, end wrenches: 7/16, 1/2, 9/16, and 5/8. Pliers, needle nose, a multi drive screw driver with all the bits I’ll need, spare spark plugs and wrench, zip ties, and a couple hose clamps.
thats a great tool bag! I think for sure one thing I need to add is a spark plug socket..I dont have that and all these comments got me thinking.
@@sikbaggers Absolutely! A fouled plug is an easy fix that can ruin a good ride and doesn’t take much space. It’s a must have in my opinion.
Great video, always important to some kind of tools on board. Like you, I put together my own using extras and cheapos I picked up anywhere. Used it to work on bike to see what I needed and what I didn't. Worked out pretty well.
Yeah building it is so much better in my opinion for sure. Thanks for checking it out!
Great video as always Steve and a good subject to touch on I keep a multi tool Leatherman and A multi tool set Harley gives out from the factory I’ve been searching bags and I like your idea to make your own
Yeah Michael I to searched high and low for pre made bags but none of them really suited me or what I wanted and then paying a little extra because it was pre made didnt settle well either. I just realized my links arent working so im fixing those but seriously check out that molly bag on amazon and then start building a kit..youll be way happier
@@sikbaggers most definitely will be doing my own kit and thank you brother for all you do for us
Need to thin out a few things,my bag 5 ,10 lb....good job...Happy new year 🥳🥳👍✌👊
Hey Alvin yeah just think small amounts of tape, zipt ies etc but try to keepo the basic tools you thin k may help you...remember its not really about fixing the issue but rather fixing it "enough" to get you off the side of the road. Thanks for checking it out and have a Happy New Year!
Awesome video. Thanks for the ideas!
glad to help!
I had put together a tool roll, of spare tools I had. I've used it on side of the road to help out friends and others in need. I'm going to redo mine as I'm missing a few tools now. Going to look at the molle bags. Another thing to keep on hand is spare fob batteries. I tape a pack of 2 under my TP lid. Never know when you or someone else may need a new battery.
Great tip! I dont have a fob on either bike so I forgot about those but im always telling people to get an extra battery!
Another great video!! I built my own as well. Phillips and flat head, set of open end wrenches, zip ties, electric tape, sockets, channel lock, wire strippers, small bungee cord. I own a softail. Thankfully I haven't had to use yet. However the bungee has been useful a few times actually. Thanks again for these awesome videos!! I'm your new #1 fan!
Thank you Rich!! I really appreciate the kind words sir. It means a lot!
ugggg ! I just bought a cruztool bag ! But I also just bought the molly bag ! I'll add everything you spoke of ! Thanks for the knowledge ! Great vid !
Thank you for checking it out Lewis...yeah ive never been a fan of the "one size fits all" bags...they are expensive and you aren't getting much in there but still better than nothing.
Screw in tire plugs, 12v mini air pump, Leatherman, micro fiber towels and rain-x, rokstraps, lighter. I also keep my heel shifter and drill out the bolt hole and put in a shank bolt/nut/ lock washer. In 2018 on my old bike 2001 ultra classic, coming home from Sturgis had the shifter come off at 85mph on I-80 in the twisties dropping into Salt Lake City in a rainstorm. The stock bolt is all threads/ no shank and the threads in the slotted area wore out. Luckily I had the heel shifter in the bottom of the saddlebag from when I removed it. I never used/ liked a heel shifter.
Now on my 2018 geezer glide ultra couch I put in shank bolts in all areas of the linkage along with upgraded after market linkage and an extra shaft. My sons friend broke his shaft ( insert giggle here) up in Azalea Montana at topless Tuesday and 20 min later was riding again.
Excellent video Steve - some great ideas. I carry a tool kit that I put together from odds and ends in my garage that pretty much mirrors the kit shown.
Additionally, I carry a tire repair kit with a small air pump. Thanks for the video and ride safe.
Thank you! yes I really need to work on my tire situation....looking for a portable pump now, maybe battery operated that wont take up half my saddlebag lol but yeah I need to upgrade my kit with that as well.
Goin from Bridgeport CT to Niagara Falls one year, had an injector fail, between two of us we had everything I needed to take it apart, but whatever he supplied I made sure to put in my tool roll. While a couple others went to Syracuse Harley we disassembled the bike and waited. Fun times…..
yeah ma always good to have the tools on you specially if you have the room ..thanks for checking out the video!
Great call on the Tactical Admin Pouch Bag! With the molle straps and d-rings, and outer straps, you can pack or attach this bag almost anywhere on the bike. Or on tail bags etc. depending on how you ride and pack.
Thanks dave..I knew when I was goign to build my pack it would be molle...love that stuff...was just a matter of getting the right size and good material
Great little set up. I put a couple of spark plugs and one long plug wire in mine because wth not. Plugs fowl and wires crack. Maybe a little bottle of octane boost.
Thats a good tip! Octane boost if you are traveling and get ahold of some bad gas that can really help!
i have also a tire repair kit, portable a tire inflator machine, and yes the tools that you indicated.
Well I almost ordered a pre made tool bag but after watching this I think I am going to build me two tool bags following g your advice. I am that guy that keeps his bike showroom clean but pay someone else to do all the preventative maintain equipment based on Harley mtce manual. Thanks for the advice.
Thanks for weighing in TR! Just made more sense to me after looking at all fothe pre made ones...they are nice but all of them lack things you may need and each bike is kind of particular so having a pre made one just didnt make any sense to me. Plus shopping for tools is always pretty fun in my book lol
Great Video! I use a tool bag equipped similarly on my Road King. I also carry a tire plug kit and a small lithium battery powered inflator. Have used both Twice in helping stuck Bros on the roadside. Lastly, although not for the faint of heart
I carry a 30' length of strong thin nylon rope. Have actually towed (very slowly and on a level road) a buddy's softail with a fried transmission back to a safe place.
yes I need to address my tire plug kit for sure..and can you tell me which inflator you have..I read some reviews on some on amazon and they were pretty bad reviews on all of them...id like to get a good one.
Great info I'v got one I put together ,did put a little bit of mechanics wire in.But didnot think of fuses thats going in also thanks.
Glad the video helped and thank you for checking it out. I always have something new I want to add but its getting pretty packed now and I really need to add some for tires and pressure..still working on that.
Another good video with sound advice. I completely agree with the tools and products. But I will offer my two cents to your tool roll. I bought one of those hockey puck lights from a chain auto parts store. It's battery powered and has a hook 🪝, and strong magnet 🧲 on it. It's a great safety item for the bike if a break down happens at night. It has multiple flashing red LED lights and a flash light. If you don't have any battery power for four way flashers on the bike, this little thing might keep you from being hit by a car or truck.
Hey Albert! Yes sir great advice and I actually have that same light in my tour pack...and I forgot to mention it because it wasnt in the roll....and I should have. I got 3 of them actually to put around the bike if im on the side of the road at night...hopefully never have top use them but great sound advice!
Excellent video bub
thank you sir!
That’s a great idea Great video appreciate it be safe brother😎🍻
Thanks for checking it out Brian!