SHOOTER55520
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Hi just wondering what spares to carry for my 05 1200GS. I plan on some back country trips this summer [ trans Labrador hwy] and am thinking about putting together a repair kit including tools and spares/breakables.
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I usually don't worry about "luxuries" like light bulbs. Will you be riding off road in the dark? If not, who cares, buy one when you are back on the street.
I do like the heavy duty wire ties, duct tape, JB weld, and rope or tow strap. If a bike breaks down, a tow strap will help.
I also carry a crash bag. If a crash occurs, there is often a bunch of broken little stuff to carry home with the bike.
Anyone carry tubes to get the bike home with a damaged tire, ...
Hi just wondering what spares to carry for my 05 1200GS. I plan on some back country trips this summer [ trans Labrador hwy] and am thinking about putting together a repair kit including tools and spares/breakables.
I good length of hardy rope is a must! My plug in tire compressor is another with lots of tire snakes. Cable ties, the HEAVY duty ones, I mean big duty type sold at most hardwares. FIRST Aide KIT of some good quality items inside. Adventure MedKITS is one type brand. Read recent BMWON article. Another really great item: JBWELD of some type, mix or sticks are always a welcome carry along for me. Electrcal tape, a couple rolls of this stuff and some 12-14 gauge wire. Voltmeter, tester. Water carrying capacity, anywhere on the bike is a must! Smaller items I throw in are valve stems for the tires, fuses,razor blades,hand cream/cleaner, some gas hose,clamps,etc....This list can get crazy and go on and on. Even though I go really prepared, I rarely need most of the items and many can be bought on the trail, within reason. My most used items are probably the tire items, compressor and water to drink. The rest are kinda secondary, as you must survive FIRST. Happy Trails Randy