Being Prepared

[NancysToy]

You can go to extremes either way on this. For me, it depends on the motorcycle I am taking, how far I am riding, what has a high possibilty of failure, what failure would incapacite the machine, and what I could actually fix on the road. For my old Beemer, it goes as far as a complete set of cables, extra tire tubes (remember those?), baling wire, points and condenser, bulbs, bungees, and so on. For the Spyder, with road service, it amounts to trying to fix a flat, stick on things that may come loose, first aid, emergency cash, and emergency lighting. I can buy bulbs, oil, and coolant on the road, and for anything major I would need a tow anyway. For my modern BMW, the needs are somewhere in between..plus the BMW Anonymous book to call for help. You can't be 100% prepared for each and every breakdown, unless you pull a spare Spyder on a trailer behind. You have to do what makes you comfortable and eases your mind.

 

[krb1945]

Good tips...

sabunim5.:thumbup: Thanks for the reminder. I had forgotten about putting the pliers and needle nose in my kit. I'd like to carry my portable box but is weights 85 lbs. I guess that would be overkill.

Thanks again. /Ken

 

[bikeguy]

..plus the BMW Anonymous book to call for help.

I always carry my BMW Anonymous book and I'll probably still carry it on my Spyder. Maybe I'll carry a picture of one of my BMW's and my BMWMOA card just to prove that I'm still a BMW rider, too. I wonder if anyone has considered starting a Spyder Anonymous book. I know Spyders are relatively few and far between but, who knows, if you need some help there just might be an owner close by.

Cotton

 

[leo76dragon]

Now that is a neat little rig. Is the power cord with the air hose long enough to reach all three tires from the secondary battery terminals under the seat? How long would it take to inflate the rear tire?

I actually have the connectors from the Battery Tender JR on my battery, and the compressor has a power cord that plus right into it... it is long enough to get around to all the tires...

 

[BLACK WIDOW]

Tire inflator

I actually have the connectors from the Battery Tender JR on my battery, and the compressor has a power cord that plus right into it... it is long enough to get around to all the tires...

Must be a popular item---Out of stock:f_spider:

 

[Dochands]

I am clearly the exception here. Cellphone, credit card, Spot Messenger with road service, and insurance with road service. lol

When you have no mechanical aptitude you must rely on the kindness of strangers and strange towing and service people.

But I appreciate all the tips for when I go to Mexico and points further south. Note to self: Get a riding partner who is a motorcycle mechanic. :2thumbs:

 

[Smylinacha]

Mexico? :gaah: They kill people down there! Even the cops do!

I am clearly the exception here. Cellphone, credit card, Spot Messenger with road service, and insurance with road service. lol

When you have no mechanical aptitude you must rely on the kindness of strangers and strange towing and service people.

But I appreciate all the tips for when I go to Mexico and points further south. Note to self: Get a riding partner who is a motorcycle mechanic. :2thumbs:

 

[Amanda B]

Battery Jumper

I carry the following with plenty of space left in the cargo area:

Small ohm meter
Electrical tape
Disposable foam ear plugs
Contact lens re-wetting drop (single use paks)
Dual helmet lock cable
LED flash light
Mini Leatherman multi tool
Small first-aid kit with Sting-Eze
Small aviation halon fire extinguisher
Air compressor with Slime
Battery jumper (only 3”x3”x3” – recharges battery via 12V socket in 10 min.)
Small box that has gummy patch kit, valve covers, extra relays, spare fuses, extra torx bolts, spare bulbs … etc.)
A collapsible back pack for all the goodies you might pickup along the way
Small bungee cargo net

Cash, credit cards, AAA and cell phone is a given.

What battery jumper are you talking about? Trying to prep. for longer rides this winter so in the spring I'm ready to go!

 

[bone crusher]

Must be a popular item---Out of stock:f_spider:

Try amazon...29.99 delivered if you have Prime...

 

[BLACK WIDOW]

Wal-Mart

Try amazon...29.99 delivered if you have Prime...

I found the Slime compressor at Wal-Mart for $27.00 +tax. It is the Model 50001 and comes with all the attachments as well as a bottle of Slime tire sealer. I have already tried it out and seems to be very adequate for emergency tire repair.:thumbup:

Michael:doorag: