what do you bring along?

just wondering if anyone rides with any spare small parts like, clutch cables or fuel lines ect.

i read a few horror stories of clutch cables braking, even after routine inspection, and am considering throwing one behind the seat.

 

I have a new (spare) clutch cable zip-tied along the working clutch cable so I can just do a quick change if it should break. As for spares: I carry a spare TCI if I'm taking a really long trip. I also keep a small tool kit, zip ties of various lengths, electrical tape, spare fuses, a patch kit, a small bicycle air pump (and a small compressor if I have the room), an emergency blanket for some make-do shelter, and water (If I'm going to be gone for half a day or more I ride with a hydraton bladder). Above all else I carry my calm with me. If I forget to take my calm, then none of the other stuff that I bring along will matter.

 

screw the bike, i carry a few first-aid supplies. 4 4x4 gauze pads, a roll of gauze, a little bottle of bactine, half a roll of black tape and always have a bottle of water or at least iced tea, a few tums and a few aspirin
come to think of it, i should refresh that stuff

 

NO !!
If you bring tools - you will use tools !!
I snapped a Main fuse, and replaced it with the "signal" fuse and rode home.
I had a clutch cable break, and *jam-shifted* it home with no problem
My front fork seals blew out while my friend was riding, ruining a $60.00 shirt. - - no harm done.
Carbs flooding?? - take a shoe off and whack the bleeding fizz out of them while revving the engine.
Never give up - never quit !! You'll never fix it right on the side of the road anyway.

 

Tire patch kit, foot air pump, socket kit, quart of oil, aluminum canteen with about half gallon of fuel, other odds and ends. Still have space left in the saddlebags. Really need to get a few cable spares, can't hurt.

 

1 spark plug, electrical tape and a bottle of Fire Ball additive. Due to poor fuel in this area.

 

small toolkit, duct tape, wire, and a Taurus 45 cal. for those who stop to help a stranded biker, but really only have ill intentions.

 

Polock - Good idea. Think I'll pick up a small first aid kit + throw it in my saddlebags...

 

i have my stock yamaha toolkit and my cellphone with me always.

 

Stock tool kit? What's that?
Kidding. I carry I good tool kit and screw driver set, crescent wrench, 12volt air compressor, 1gal of gas, 2 wratchet straps, 4 long adjustable bungee straps, Spare ATC fuses, 8feet of copper wire, electrical tape, Zip ties, rain gear, 2 quarts of oil, snacks and Gatorade, cell phone and charger, then whatever is actually needed for the trip.

But keep in mind..... I have a little more storage capacity then most.

 

Time I think the opposite way, if I have tools I won't need them.

 

Heck I have faith in my 86 maxim x I only carry my cell phone. However I only ride in metropolitan areas. Occasionally down hwy.101 to see my sister in Humboldt County. Luckily my friends are only a phone call away if I need some help.

 

I do have a long list of items..

But most of the guys i ride with also have 30+ year old bikes and
When you can hit 3-700 miles in a day, spare parts and "buddies" can be a out
Of rescue range. Better to have bits to limp it home.

 

Many bike mag editors are advocating carrying some basic first aid supplies. If not for yourself then for other injured riders. I assembled my own kit from some of their recommendations.

I upgraded the "stock" tool kit with a Cruz Tools metric kit and swapped out the few things I wanted. It fits perfectly under the seat. I removed the locking chain and put in a few spare goodies and capped the little storage compartment. I also carry a new clutch cable since I do a lot of 300+ mile rides from home. I brought many more supplies until I learned to trust my own maintenance.

The biggest thing is to make sure everything is in top running condition before leaving home. Including a fully charged cell phone.

Funny story: A buddy and I stumbled upon the bike riding part of a triathlon while out on a day ride and decided to pull over to cheer on the competitors. A guy came skidding to a stop right in front of us with a rapidly deflating front tire. My buddy and I offered to help and ended up using many of the tools in my kit to remove a faulty valve from his rim and get him up and going again. One biker helping another.

 

ive always felt the stock kit was good.
def nothing wrong with it. it will do a decent chunk of what may be needing done on the fly. i dont have any storage. just my pockets and that little compartment under the seat of the xj650rj which is just big enough for like 3 tacos. which is what i usually put in there ha.

 

All good suggestions for sure depending on storage space. Tops on my list is a fully charged cell phone and the number for my Progressive road-side assistance. They will show up with gas, tire repair gear, water, oil, and a sling for worse case scenarios-for the bike that is

Of course I do also keep basic tools, water, heavy ace bandages, and painkiller with me always...Oh yea and that calm peppered with intense situational awareness-plus sometimes my skinny girlfriend 8)

 

I have a leather pouch up front full of wrenches, screwdrivers, fuses n such. I always carry a spare quart of oil in one of my side bags. My side bags also have a leather coat, flannel shirt and leather vest as well as cold weather clothes for the wife. I always carry my cell phone in the trunk along with 2 bottles of water and leather gloves. I try to keep the trunk fairly empty for groceries or whatever (wifes purse lol). Also, the trunk is big enough for 2 helmets if it's not full of stuff. Handy for stashing the helmets while shopping, bar hopping..etc. I need to get a small first aid kit to carry in one of the side bags.