(09-28-2018, 03:08 PM)pekingduck_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Bikes are so reliable now, there isn't much you can do. Plugs never foul out, carb floats never stick, wires don't come loose out of their connector blocks.
Hondas come with whatever tools are necessary to access the battery and fuses. Usually that's a + screwdriver or allen wrench and a fuse puller. Of course, it's a cost -saving measure, since most people only use a phone and a credit card. And now, just the phone.
When you buy a new Honda, you have the most well sorted stock bike available. I have added a couple of multi tools under the seat just for giggles.
Thank you all for your reply. I went to the hardware store to purchase two small bolts/nuts to mount the new license plate. Then discovered that I had no kit under the seat, also purchased a multi tool to quickly do the job. May have to add a "metric cresent wrench"...….
I bought off the shelf tool kit shortly after buying my 2014 std. Fits nicely in the storage cubby.
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For some reason, known only to Honda, in 2011 and 2011 we got the full kit in Australia too.
In my younger Harley days the joke was, "what was the main tool a group of bikers brought with them? Answer, a pickup truck"
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There was quite a lengthy thread about this subject several years ago.
My 2014 only came with those few tools too, but the dealer ordered all the rest for me free of charge.
(09-28-2018, 07:26 PM)DBM_imp Wrote: [ -> ] (09-28-2018, 03:08 PM)pekingduck_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Bikes are so reliable now, there isn't much you can do. Plugs never foul out, carb floats never stick, wires don't come loose out of their connector blocks.
Hondas come with whatever tools are necessary to access the battery and fuses. Usually that's a + screwdriver or allen wrench and a fuse puller. Of course, it's a cost -saving measure, since most people only use a phone and a credit card. And now, just the phone.
When you buy a new Honda, you have the most well sorted stock bike available. I have added a couple of multi tools under the seat just for giggles.
When you buy a new Honda, you have the most well sorted stock bike available. I have added a couple of multi tools under the seat just for giggles.
Exactly!
Bike suddenly fails on the road
Tool under the seat
What is the next step? ( you are not professional)
Type you answer here:...............................................................
* last time I repaired my car on the road: -20*C, 2am, hwy, fuel pump failure, winter 1985
(09-28-2018, 03:08 PM)pekingduck_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Bikes are so reliable now, there isn't much you can do. Plugs never foul out, carb floats never stick, wires don't come loose out of their connector blocks.
Hondas come with whatever tools are necessary to access the battery and fuses. Usually that's a + screwdriver or allen wrench and a fuse puller. Of course, it's a cost -saving measure, since most people only use a phone and a credit card. And now, just the phone.
Many areas I traveled did not have cell service.
Might not seen another vehicle for over 100 miles.
Tools can be handy when:
mirror arm is bumped and needs to be tightened
headlight needs adjusting higher or lower
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Most times my tools are used to help someone else:
Last time was a Vrod blowing oil, in Baker, CA, as the owner changed the battery and the breather rubber did not reseat. Took only a few minutes to fix, but it took a 1/4" drive ratchet, 6" plus 3" extensions, 5 mm hex bit (no clearance for a L wrench)...and they were under the seat of my bike.
Or, you need to change a bulb.