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I will be installing a set of Diamond R armrest this weekend, aka, the wife's first farkle. Looking under the seat, I noticed that the screws have a Torx head on them. What is the size of the Torx? Can you guys and gals recommend a starter set of tools I should buy. Mostly for the easier farkling. Thanks in advance for the wisdom.
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The OE tool bag (under the seat) should have all the necessary starter/basic tools in it, didn't you get one of them?
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For panel removal to make pins easy
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i went to sears and picked up a t handle torx set 7 piece i think
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Harbor Fright has a nice set of assorted bits in a plastic case for around $10. It's a blue case with clear lid.
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Last edited by Easy Rider; 06-28-2017 at 11:58 AM.
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Originally Posted by Peter Aawen
The OE tool bag (under the seat) should have all the necessary starter/basic tools in it, didn't you get one of them?
My tool kit is in the bottom of the top compartment held with velcro. Anybody else have theirs in there??
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Originally Posted by SteveLaoyster
My tool kit is in the bottom of the top compartment held with velcro. Anybody else have theirs in there??
That's where I found mine, in the bottom of the trunk.
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Originally Posted by Bayouboy
That's where I found mine, in the bottom of the trunk.
And it has just the basic stuff that is needed for maintenance. I'm planning on adding a few items like pin pliers for those plastic pins & extra pins too. I should get rechargeable tire pump too.
Last edited by SteveLaoyster; 06-28-2017 at 03:22 PM.
AKA Jud Smales, Four Year Spyder Ryder!
"Quando Omni Flunkus, Moritati"
The Critter 2016 RT-S
Cat Bypass from Lamonster
BajaRon Sway Bar
Hella dual horns with relay
BRP Hitch with trailer module
Foam Grips
Adjustable Air Deflectors
Driver & Passenger Gel Pads in Seat
Shorty antenna
Ultraguard half cover
Gremlin bell from my son
Break Stripe Kit from Wrap My Spyder
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Here is what I carry, It may not be enough, or too much, but it seemed reasonable at the time.
- 12-volt air Compressor
- Tire plug kit
- Assortment of cable ties (zip ties)
- Screwdriver with interchangeable heads, including a couple of torx heads
- Ratchet with some basic sockets
- Wire cutter
- Small crescent wrench
- Needle nose pliers
- Extra oil, coolant and a small funnel
- On long trips extra gas (been caught on a ride where planned stops did not go as planned
All of the tools fit nicely in small containers in the trunk and do not take up much room. The oil, coolant and extra gas takes up one of the saddlebags.
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I carry near the same i might have to add the last 2 items
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Originally Posted by SteveLaoyster
And it has just the basic stuff that is needed for maintenance. I'm planning on adding a few items like pin pliers for those plastic pins & extra pins too. I should get rechargeable tire pump too.
A flat tip screwdriver is really all you need to remove the pushpins. Pushpin pliers are okay but they take up more space in your toolkit than a flat tip does.
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Originally Posted by SpyderAnn01
A flat tip screwdriver is really all you need to remove the pushpins. Pushpin pliers are okay but they take up more space in your toolkit than a flat tip does.
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BitSlayer
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Ditch the 12 volt air compressors or bicycle pumps and get one of these from Lamonster: http://www.lamonstergarage.com/lamon...r-pack-silver/ You'll be glad you did!
Like Ann said, a flat top screwdriver works just fine for removing the pushpins. I put a bend in mind so it works very easily.
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I have a really nice toolkit for my Harley but the zipper broke. So I just bought this - love that it rolls up with a velcro strap. Pit Posse Motorcycle ATV Metric Tool Kit
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why buy when there was a complete set with the bike?????? look under the seat.
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Originally Posted by Big F
why buy when there was a complete set with the bike?????? look under the seat.
BIG F
For my money with the "complete" tool kit you'll have a helluva time replacing a headlight bulb if you need to do so on a long trip. While there is a 10 mm "socket" in the kit one will play hell getting the upper center headlight mounting bolt out without a good socket and long extension. I recommend a 1/4" drive to save space. I carry two spare headlight bulbs even though I have LED headlights and fog lights.
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