tomato_racing Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I've always been a Honda man that could tear down a car with a 10, 12, 14 and 32mm wrench set but now I'm lost. I have a cheap set of hex keys that managed to round out a couple bolts during my rear set install so I'm looking to buy some new tools. What 'go to' tools do you guys have for when you work on your bike? Any suggestions for Suzuki specific tools?Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
that dude Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 snap on or matco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 as in brand? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c7fx Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I have used craftsman for ever without a problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Hand tools I use whatever is around as long as they can tighten or loosen, they work.Power tools??? CRAFTSMAN is my brand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jermattak Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 at work i use matco or snapon, sometimes mac, but i dont really work on my bike every single day, so at home i use craftsman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exSRAaron Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 (edited) allen wrenches, socket set, axle nut socket, screw drivers short and long, torque wrench, breaker bar, calipers. I think thats about all the tools i use on a regular basis. I've done exhaust swaps, motor swap, wheels, airbox, swingarm, etc..Doesnt sound like ur asking about brand, but I use whatever brand doesnt break, I've got some craftsman, kobalt, and harborfreight stuff and i have yet to break anything. Edited April 6, 2009 by exSRAaron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artmageddon Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Pretty hard for the average joe to go wrong with Craftsman. Generally well built and have replacement warranty against breakage, and there is almost always a Sears nearby anyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomato_racing Posted April 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I apologize in not specifying exactly what I was asking. I've come to the realization that I'm going to have to invest in at least a good hex set. Does anything have suggestions on brands? (Mind you the Snap On man doesn't visit my office lol) My little Harbor Freight kit is a joke.... then again all the tools from there are. Any other job specific tools I need to pick up? I haven't dug too far into the bike but do they have star keys or anything goofy on them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artmageddon Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Tool wise, I would get a great set of hex wrenches. Get the best you possibly you can, I've got some cheap ones that consistently strip. I've been meaning to get a good set but always forget when I'm out. I know my father in law has a good set of the Craftsman T handles that he uses on his bike a lot, so I think they are pretty good. A good torque wrench is always handy as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmako777 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I apologize in not specifying exactly what I was asking. I've come to the realization that I'm going to have to invest in at least a good hex set. Does anything have suggestions on brands? (Mind you the Snap On man doesn't visit my office lol) My little Harbor Freight kit is a joke.... then again all the tools from there are. Any other job specific tools I need to pick up? I haven't dug too far into the bike but do they have star keys or anything goofy on them?dude i would never use the kit that came with the bike, its just shit. everything you need to work on the bike is in that kit tho, well at least to do general maintenance, so you may want to find the equivalents in a good brand and start there. and the "star keys", i think youre thinking of a torx bit but the only thing i have need one so far for was to adjust the tps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12oclocker Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I've always been a Honda man that could tear down a car with a 10, 12, 14 and 32mm wrench set but now I'm lost. I have a cheap set of hex keys that managed to round out a couple bolts during my rear set install so I'm looking to buy some new tools. What 'go to' tools do you guys have for when you work on your bike? Any suggestions for Suzuki specific tools?Thanks!I've rebuilt a few engines, and done all my work on my bikes with tools I bought at Meijer, Walmart, and Harbor Freight. never had a problem with them. Stanley and GreatNeck I think is what they are, they work fine.I have some snapon tools, but I never really use them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I've rebuilt a few engines, and done all my work on my bikes with tools I bought at Meijer, Walmart, and Harbor Freight. never had a problem with them. Stanley and GreatNeck I think is what they are, they work fine.I have some snapon tools, but I never really use them Getting the job done is all that matters and not what logo is stamped on the tool.Power tools though I care what brand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exSRAaron Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I've rebuilt a few engines, and done all my work on my bikes with tools I bought at Meijer, Walmart, and Harbor Freight. never had a problem with them. Stanley and GreatNeck I think is what they are, they work fine.I have some snapon tools, but I never really use them+1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustinsn3485 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 The vast majority of my hand tools are Snap-on. I've got a little bit of craftsman. Some Kobalt. A few Mac tools.Then a No-mar tire changer. Hydraulic bike lift. Bridgeport. 17" lathe. Drill press. Ban saw. 2 welders. a couple hand grinders. A surface grinder. a sheet metal bender. coats 100 tire changer. engine hoist. 2 ton press. I know theres more... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f4isvt Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 i use a nice heavy ballpeen hammer usually does the trick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DollFace Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 What 'go to' tools do you guys have for when you work on your bike? His name is Jason....he he Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I prefer hex sockets over keys or T handles. That way I can use them with a torque wrench. Generally, I don't touch anything on my bike(s) without torque wrenches (ft/lbs & in/lbs) and a factory service manual.Surprisingly, Husky (Home Depot) makes really good hex and torx sockets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artmageddon Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 I prefer hex sockets over keys or T handles. That way I can use them with a torque wrench. Generally, I don't touch anything on my bike(s) without torque wrenches (ft/lbs & in/lbs) and a factory service manual.Surprisingly, Husky (Home Depot) makes really good hex and torx sockets.+1 Torque wrenches are your friend. Get one before you learn the hard way and snap a few bolts. Extractors, while useful when needed, are the enemy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleCock Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Usually a pocket knife will remove all my zipties but sometimes I use a pair of scissors Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RC51 John Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 A T-Hex set is a must. You should also buy a set of hex sockets aslo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Usually Craftsman or Kobalt, but i have done a repair or 2 with the factory tool kit under the seat...LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r6jess Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 i use (when i do work on my bike) whatever works unless i need a specific tool. example i used a knife in place of a flat head. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 -metric sizes 8-18mm 3/8" drive sockets plus a 21mm and a 33mm-breaker bar macro torque wrench and micro torque wrench-adapters and converters and extensions-box wrenches 6-20mm-hex heads 4-10mm-torx head 6mm (only size i needed)-L shapedallen wrenches 1-10mm-regular pliers, needle nose pliers, stripping and crimping electrical tool, cutters-multimeter-tons of fuses and male/female connections (from when i had an electrical gremlin i tried to figure out, good to keep on hand nonetheless)-zipties, electrical tape Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e-flores Posted April 6, 2009 Report Share Posted April 6, 2009 Usually a pocket knife will remove all my zipties but sometimes I use a pair of scissorszip ties FTW!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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