, I bought a third Dynaplug pouch as backup and discovered that it nicely held and protected my tire tube. So, to recap, I have one blacked out Dynaplug pouch with tools under my seat, one Dynaplug pouch with all my tire repair stuff except the levers and tire tube, and a second blacked out Dynaplug pouch with just my tire tube. *I do carry a copy of my owner's manual downloaded on my phone.
Wow that’s some stuff. Ready for Africa.
Manufacturers advise against using clip type master links with modern sealed chains. Riveting being preferrred. Good thing to practice though, first time can be trying. Even clips can get tricky trying to compress chain plates and slide clip on. Too tight is problematic.
I didn’t see chain lube, cleaner or adjustment tools, ounce of prevention superior to repair.
Sparkplug and socket in case of deep water issues
Repair manual really hard to remember specs or procedures. Go digital.
dishwashing gloves for handling greasy stuff
possably more common than tire issues is fueling issues, eg fuel pump. It is field repairable if you had a fuel pump with you. Don’t forget o ring, fuel filter.
small tarp to contain bits and keep dirt out of unit being repaired. Helps to contain spills.
residue free cleaner, epoxy putty quick set and emery cloth for case repairs
spare clutch cable, dry cable lube (graphite)
did I miss siphon hose and fuel container?
nut/washer and countershaft sprocket allow for quick gear changes
back up air source, compressors are notoriously fail happy especially if not used much.
There is no end to what one can carry “just in case”. Much that used to be mandatory just 10 years ago is much less so today. The amazing amount of communication available with dynamic maps negates much isolation. Before loading up an already heavy bike, read some ride reports, see what failed for others. Examine where you venturing. Get a towing package for your motorbike could really save much effort and time over a field repai/carrying lots of stuff. It’s something one has to tailor to skill set, desired venue and pocketbook.
Don‘t dally on riding because you’ve insufficient kit! Tool kit on bike will get you a long ways along with the all important credit card/cell phone combo.
Manufacturers advise against using clip type master links with modern sealed chains. Riveting being preferrred. Good thing to practice though, first time can be trying. Even clips can get tricky trying to compress chain plates and slide clip on. Too tight is problematic.
I didn’t see chain lube, cleaner or adjustment tools, ounce of prevention superior to repair.
Sparkplug and socket in case of deep water issues
Repair manual really hard to remember specs or procedures. Go digital.
dishwashing gloves for handling greasy stuff
possably more common than tire issues is fueling issues, eg fuel pump. It is field repairable if you had a fuel pump with you. Don’t forget o ring, fuel filter.
small tarp to contain bits and keep dirt out of unit being repaired. Helps to contain spills.
residue free cleaner, epoxy putty quick set and emery cloth for case repairs
spare clutch cable, dry cable lube (graphite)
did I miss siphon hose and fuel container?
nut/washer and countershaft sprocket allow for quick gear changes
back up air source, compressors are notoriously fail happy especially if not used much.
There is no end to what one can carry “just in case”. Much that used to be mandatory just 10 years ago is much less so today. The amazing amount of communication available with dynamic maps negates much isolation. Before loading up an already heavy bike, read some ride reports, see what failed for others. Examine where you venturing. Get a towing package for your motorbike could really save much effort and time over a field repai/carrying lots of stuff. It’s something one has to tailor to skill set, desired venue and pocketbook.
Don‘t dally on riding because you’ve insufficient kit! Tool kit on bike will get you a long ways along with the all important credit card/cell phone combo.
