What else will I need to with first bike?

[outtahand]

What else am I going to need to have on hand once I've bought my first bike?
I already have all my gear, except for leather pants.

I have some tools already wrenches, but I think they are standard. I have screwdrivers, a set of hex, a Jigsaw and drill...
No, won't be using those on the bike, I know.

But seriously, what should I plan on having on hand?

 

[RYC1966]

A rear stand is nice for cleaning and some of the maintance tasks, maybe a battery tender if it will sit for any long periods of time. There is a service manual around here if you search for it...maintance schedule + torque lists.

 

[Mr Bogus]

What else am I going to need to have on hand once I've bought my first bike?
I already have all my gear, except for leather pants.

I have some tools already wrenches, but I think they are standard. I have screwdrivers, a set of hex, a Jigsaw and drill...
No, won't be using those on the bike, I know.

But seriously, what should I plan on having on hand?

how about a riding instructor? (available weekends here)

you better start finding the all important part of any riders box of tricks... "TIME" time to ride becomes the hardest thing....

 

[outtahand]

how about a riding instructor? (available weekends here)

Sure, I'll teleport myself and the bike right on over there! Thanks for the offer!!!

you better start finding the all important part of any riders box of tricks... "TIME" time to ride becomes the hardest thing....

 

[NCBusa2001]

First Aid kit.
Flat tire repair kit with a small CO2 inflator.

Chris

 

[tegbusa]

tire pressure gauge

 

[Zoinks!]

Metric tools. If all you have is standard you'll be S.O.L. when tryin to work on one of these things. Everything on it is metric. Alot of it is 12 and 14mm. 36mm rear axle nut, 24mm front axle external hex (also known as allen head). Basically get yourself a good set of metric wrenches and sockets and you'll be able to do a good bit of the general maintanence and get at least your rear wheel off. It's a good bit cheaper to get tires mounted and ballanced if you already have the wheel off the bike.

 

[BigBSBusa]

Metric tools and at least a rear stand.

 

[Mr Bogus]

You might save a few bucks on tools... just buy what you need as you need it.. no point in shelling out bucks on stuff you may never use...

 

[suzuki4life]

allen head sockets are super nice

metric sockets

and the odd oversized socket 36mm for rear axle.

 

[Jayhawk]

Metric tools. If all you have is standard you'll be S.O.L. when tryin to work on one of these things. Everything on it is metric. Alot of it is 12 and 14mm. 36mm rear axle nut, 24mm front axle external hex (also known as allen head). Basically get yourself a good set of metric wrenches and sockets and you'll be able to do a good bit of the general maintanence and get at least your rear wheel off. It's a good bit cheaper to get tires mounted and ballanced if you already have the wheel off the bike.

+1

I bought a decent assorted set of Craftsman wrenches/sockets from Sears. Stuff comes with a lifetime warranty. Make sure you get that 36mm socket, as you won't be able to adjust your chain without it.

 

[Jayhawk]

Oops, one more thing. You better get a torque wrench (Craftsman is $70) for the rear axle nut.

 

[twotonevert]

I would also recommend a cover. You dont need an expensive cover with a logo, but just something to cover it up. We cover both our bikes when parked in garage. You can pick up a nice one for around 25 bones.

 

[rockadaous]

go thru your tools you have on board. make sure none are missing. you can do just about anything routine with those.

rear stand
good set of metric t-handles (just makes it easier)
download a manual
stay tuned to this website

 

[suzuki4life]

I hate T handles

 

[Mr Bogus]

I would agree with Rock, your tool kit will have the basics in most cases..

The GPZ you are looking at will have different "tools" than the busa I bet..

If would still say if you need tools outside of what the kit has, you will save money just buying them as you need them.. Why get an entire set of wrenches when all you need is 1 or 2? Craftsman makes a fine tool (home or professional use)