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Can anybody give me an idea of what type of tools i might need to make up a basic kit, really not to sure what i need and if I ask in a shop I probably work out with a full workshop....
cheers in advance Tommo |
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For the sv.
Good socket set and Allen key. The all in ones are quite good as they normally come with all of that and screwdriver heads, ratchet, tommy bar and other bits that are always usefull. Might need somthing bigger to do the chain adjustment though. |
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Allen keys, screwdrivers, simple metric socket set, and some small spanners and you can do most jobs. (you can do many without the socket set) Add torx, torque, more spanners, more sockets, more everything as you need them.
Don't get cheap **** - they frustrate you and need replacing (generally). You don't need pro tools though, unless you do a lot. |
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Thanking you very much chaps, I just cant part with £50 again just for so little work....my luck i'll probably break something...lol
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A can of air repair, a mobile phone and an rac membership card is all I carry.
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I do the work on my dirtbike ok, but don't even consider doing my roadbike.
Basic things like chain lube etc I'll do but any other work needing doing, I get it booked in. |
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slight mistake i meant just for basic tinkering nowt big thats what ive got roadside cover for...
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Nope for the tinkering you'd be surprised how many spanners and allen keys you'll need.
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Your tool collection is something that will just grow uncontrollably, at least it will if it's anything like mine. Been tinkering with cars for about 10 years, bikes are more recent, and I have more tools than I can shake a stick at.... but for some reason I always seem to find something I need and don't have when I'm in a shop!
Halfords stuff is generally pretty good, although a little expensive for what it is. Probably the best value is online from places like MachineMart. I've found that brands don't matter a great deal, as long as you get something reasonable (i.e. not made in China). Really bling stuff like Snap-On just isn't worth the money in my opinion, although if you were a professional I'm sure it might make a difference in longevity. I have a mixture of expensive brands, cheaper brands and one or two bits and pieces that are pretty cheap tat. But I've never broken a tool through normal use - only once or twice through using it for something it wasn't designed for or with excess force. Essentials to start with if you want to start doing your own servicing and tinkering: Socket set (3/8 or 1/2 drive, doesn't really matter) Set of screwdrivers Hex bits to fit socket set or allen keys Combination spanners Torque wrench Pliers (ordinary, needle nose, mole grips) Just try not to get addicted to buying tools like I did. Next on my list is one of those fancy toolchests on castors with ball bearing-equipped drawers...... I feel my collection deserves better than a motley collection of toolboxes, bags and shelf space! |
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