Moto things you didn't need but are glad you have?

Racer142
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1/12/2019 10:25pm Edited Date/Time 1/14/2019 1:08pm
So my birthday is coming up next month and my girlfriend wants ideas of what to get me. She said she wants it to be something I wouldn't normally by myself like tires or gear so I'm curious what tools or accessories you have that are out of the norm that you love. The only thing I can think of is the pit posse sissor lift stand (or similar) or maybe a good portable Bluetooth speaker for tunes at the track. Anything you guys have that makes your moto days more enjoyable that's not basic moto gear?
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BR8ES
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1/12/2019 10:30pm
Scissor lift sure is nice for working on your bike.
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aeffertz
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Eau Claire, WI US
1/12/2019 10:53pm
A nice gas jug is great to have but something most people don’t spend the extra cash on.
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KDXGarage
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1/12/2019 10:58pm
I would suggest NOT getting something that will wear out. Ask for something that will last. Ask for a tool. Whenever you use it, you can be reminded of her. It may not be at the level of some guy using the same tool that his passed away father used to use, but it could be a reminder for you.
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Boomslang
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1/12/2019 11:09pm
I often take my pipe off to clean it and I would be f@cked without one of these.




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Racer142
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1/12/2019 11:22pm
I'm a bit of a toolaholic. I have the spring tool and a nice gas jug already lol. Only tools I actually don't have are stuff like case spreaders. I do all my own mechanic work except for the bottom end so most of that is handled. Got good chairs, a new canopy, basic stand, track tool box, ect. Which is why I'm looking for more outside the box kind of things. And yes hopefully something that will last long term.
Doddy
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1/12/2019 11:34pm
+1 on the bluetooth speaker. I have a UE Boom 2. Waterproof, shockproof, and it hasn't broke yet. Even though I use it at work. I also use it when washing the bike, unloading/loading the bike somewhere, hanging out, working out, in the shower, etc.
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1/12/2019 11:44pm
I broke down and bought an ultrasonic parts cleaner, was surprised how it well it cleans up parts, bolts etc, versus me with wire brush and parts cleaner.
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crusher773
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Coweta, OK US
1/13/2019 12:32am
I still say my scissor lift stand is the best gift I've ever received.
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Kelz87
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1/13/2019 12:38am
Lit pro?
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Gandorlf
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1/13/2019 12:40am
I've got a hydraulic lift stand. I 100% don't need it but I bought it super cheap and it's made my life so much easier. Nothing wrong with normal stands and hydro ones are a bit expensive and NOT worth the RRP (RRP on mine was £69.99, almost $100) but man I couldn't live without it now haha.
mwilcox349
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1/13/2019 1:24am
Racer142 wrote:
So my birthday is coming up next month and my girlfriend wants ideas of what to get me. She said she wants it to be something...
So my birthday is coming up next month and my girlfriend wants ideas of what to get me. She said she wants it to be something I wouldn't normally by myself like tires or gear so I'm curious what tools or accessories you have that are out of the norm that you love. The only thing I can think of is the pit posse sissor lift stand (or similar) or maybe a good portable Bluetooth speaker for tunes at the track. Anything you guys have that makes your moto days more enjoyable that's not basic moto gear?
If you with a bluetooth speaker, get one with a radio built in. Comes in handy at races if they have a signal. I have a Ryobi one that works on a 18v battery that is really good. Especially since it shares the same battery as my weed wacker, blower, tire inflator, etc.
Jrewing
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1/13/2019 3:27am
Snapon digital torque wrench
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TeamGreen
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1/13/2019 4:56am
Real T-Handles...I think the brand is Kowa?
DAG
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1/13/2019 5:15am Edited Date/Time 1/13/2019 5:18am


Has been great to be able to measure sag myself. Its one of those things people set and forget but it can change and is a great tuning tool.
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Boomslang
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1/13/2019 5:17am
DAG wrote:
[img]https://motool.co/products/slacker-digital-sag-scale-v2?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIuu3q9-nq3wIVV-DICh3B5AGnEAQYASABEgI4nPD_BwE[/img] Has been great to be able to measure sag myself. Its one of those things people set and forget but it can change and is...


Has been great to be able to measure sag myself. Its one of those things people set and forget but it can change and is a great tuning tool.
Holeshot. You got me.
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cody41
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1/13/2019 5:39am Edited Date/Time 1/13/2019 5:39am
A tire changing stand takes the cake. You don’t need it, but it sure is nice. The stand was last forever and they’re not very expensive. I have the Motosport stand and it works like a charm. It also breaks down and tucks away in my van nicely.
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CarlinoJoeVideo
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1/13/2019 6:59am
Motool Sag scale
LitPro
Torque wrench
Rinse Kit on hot days is a game changer
https://rinsekit.com/
Nice tool box will last you a lifetime
Motion pro T handle
Nice pressure gauge
Gotland Edon
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Kissimmee, FL US
1/13/2019 7:01am Edited Date/Time 1/13/2019 7:03am
A spoke card so the bike goes vroom vroom
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murph783
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1/13/2019 7:27am
The slacker is sweet. It’s nice not having to ask the dude next to you to hold a tape measure.
A nice digital pressure gauge is great too. Takes some of the guesswork out.
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BobPA
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1/13/2019 7:28am
A two stroke with a license plate.
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Pirate421
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MA US
1/13/2019 7:37am
Sag tool or maybe a small air compressor, or a nice tire stand
Meister
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Canton, OH US
1/13/2019 7:37am
Torque wrench, a good one.
Tire changing stand
Bike lift
MudPup545
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Imlay City, MI US
1/13/2019 7:45am
A really cool Moto book.
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