Tools Collection

youngR · Mar 7, 2013

Hello all,

I want to start acquiring tools to work on the bike. My tools I used to use on my cars are all in my house that is far away and I wont be going to get them anytime soon. I am currently living in a Apartment for work but its incovient not to have few handy tools around.

Since we have very experienced riders/mechanic savvy folks in this forum, I want to ask you guys what I should I look at and buy (brand/type/size).

My range of work would be simple task like taking fairings/wheels/brakes on and off, adjusting chain, and simple bold-on.

Any recommendations will be greatly appreciated.

Cobra700 · Mar 7, 2013

All you need is in the tool kit under the seat.....

E350 · Mar 7, 2013

a good t-handle hex set is a must

something like this:
Wilmar Performance Tool W80275 Metric T-Handle Hex Key Set, 10-Piece - Amazon.com

TransNone13 · Mar 7, 2013

This fits in the pocket under the seat cover, will fix just about anything on the fly.

Cloner · Mar 7, 2013

The aforementioned "T" handle set is definitely a must, as is a set of plain-old "L" shaped hex wrenches for areas you can't get at with a "T" handle. A set of metric sockets and hex bit sockets, a 3/8 torque wrench (especially if you're working with brakes, fork pinch bolts, axle pinch bolts, etc.) a 1/2 torque wrench if you plan on removing and reinstalling the rear wheel (make sure it'll go as high as the torque spec on the rear wheel nut...they get fairly tight), along with a wheel nut socket. I'd also recommend a decent "finger wrench" for adjusting the chain eccentric, too.

I would recommend getting a copy of the service manual, too, except Ducati haven't seen fit to issue one for us, yet.

Boo. Hiss. Poor customer service on Ducati's part.

TransNone13 · Mar 7, 2013

Cloner said:
The aforementioned "T" handle set is definitely a must, as is a set of plain-old "L" shaped hex wrenches for areas you can't get at with a "T" handle. A set of metric sockets and hex bit sockets, a 3/8 torque wrench (especially if you're working with brakes, fork pinch bolts, axle pinch bolts, etc.) a 1/2 torque wrench if you plan on removing and reinstalling the rear wheel (make sure it'll go as high as the torque spec on the rear wheel nut...they get fairly tight), along with a wheel nut socket. I'd also recommend a decent "finger wrench" for adjusting the chain eccentric, too.

I would recommend getting a copy of the service manual, too, except Ducati haven't seen fit to issue one for us, yet.

Boo. Hiss. Poor customer service on Ducati's part.

Spanner Wrench

That being said, do you know the right size for the shock preload adjusters?

TransNone13 · Mar 7, 2013

NVM Found it:

Ã–HLINS Preload Spanner Wrench: Ducati 1199 Panigale

Went with:

http://motowheels.com/i-10786941-co...i-1199-panigale-preload-and-shock-length.html

oalvarez · Mar 7, 2013

i like the WURTH socket sets (especially the "micro/small" socket and bit set) for the hard to reach areas or fairing removal....might be on the expensive side but they seem to be of great quality.

youngR · Mar 7, 2013

oalvarez said:
i like the WURTH socket sets (especially the "micro/small" socket and bit set) for the hard to reach areas or fairing removal....might be on the expensive side but they seem to be of great quality.

Thanks!

I will be doing fairing swaping so this will be great.

Capt CF · Mar 7, 2013

Agree on what everybody has posted so far. The things I use the most are:

T handle metric hexes
Standard L ball end metric hexes
Metric sockets (also get the metric hex bits)
Other normal hand tools (screwdrivers, etc.)
Chain hub tool (I bought the one from Motomfg on eBay for $17)

One thing that hasn't been mentioned is light. I find Ducatis are pretty tightly packed together and I struggle to get light where I need it sometimes. I have a burly halogen worklight and I couple that with a headlamp (I like Petzl from my climbing days), a small flexible LED on a stalk (that I can drop down into the coolant reservoir or back behind wires, etc.) and a handheld flashlight (Maglite, etc.). Sometimes I need all of them at the same time if I am really trying to get to something.

zvez · Mar 7, 2013

one of those extending magnetic things for picking up the fasteners you drop that arent in reach of your hands! http://www.harborfreight.com/15-lb-capacity-telescoping-magnetic-pickup-tool-95933.html

This is next on the list for me to get:

PRO VISION SLIPV618 18 in. Flexible Borescope 5.8mm Scope AUTO TOOLS ENGINE TOOLS HARDWARE

Capt CF said:
Agree on what everybody has posted so far. The things I use the most are:

T handle metric hexes
Standard L ball end metric hexes
Metric sockets (also get the metric hex bits)
Other normal hand tools (screwdrivers, etc.)

One thing that hasn't been mentioned is light. I find Ducatis are pretty tightly packed together and I struggle to get light where I need it sometimes. I have a burly halogen worklight and I couple that with a headlamp (I like Petzl from my climbing days), a small flexible LED on a stalk (that I can drop down into the coolant reservoir or back behind wires, etc.) and a handheld flashlight (Maglite, etc.). Sometimes I need all of them at the same time if I am really trying to get to something.

Capt CF · Mar 7, 2013

zvez said:
one of those extending magnetic things for picking up the fasteners you drop that arent in reach of your hands! 15 Lb. Capacity Telescoping Magnetic Pickup Tool

This is next on the list for me to get:

PRO VISION SLIPV618 18 in. Flexible Borescope 5.8mm Scope AUTO TOOLS ENGINE TOOLS HARDWARE

Good call, Chris. I also have one that is flexible metal and when you press the thumb piece a claw comes out (kinda like that stuffed animal game). I used it when I dropped a washer inside the fairing just last week.

Mine is similar to this, but came in an old computer toolkit I think - http://erisautomotivetools.com/anat19602.aspx

youngR · Mar 7, 2013

I appreciate all the info. I already ordered few tools you guys mentioned!

But continue with suggestions, I will need to stock up.

E350 · Mar 7, 2013

a good torque wrench

and especially for our ducatis: Locktite (red, blue and green)- check all bolts every few hundred miles too

Capt CF · Mar 7, 2013

E350 said:
a good torque wrench

and especially for our ducatis: Locktite (red, blue and green)- check all bolts every few hundred miles too

+1 - I think Amazon sells a triple pack of Loctite with all 3 colors/strengths.

E350 · Mar 7, 2013

oh and a good grunge brush to clean the chain Amazon.com: Finish Line Grunge Brush Chain: Gear and Chain Cleaning Tool: Sports & Outdoors

as well as a good teflon chain saver spray DuPont(R) Teflon(TM) Chain-Saver Lubricant, Net Wt 11 oz. (CS0110101) : Amazon.com : Automotive

Capt CF · Mar 7, 2013

A bunch of funnels and rubber tubing. I made a beer bong looking thing for topping up the coolant because I refuse to remove the nose to get to the radiator and coolant overflow reservoir. You will also need smaller diameter rubber tubing for bleeding the brakes/clutch.

E350 · Mar 7, 2013

Capt CF said:
A bunch of funnels and rubber tubing. I made a beer bong looking thing for topping up the coolant because I refuse to remove the nose to get to the radiator and coolant overflow reservoir. You will also need smaller diameter rubber tubing for bleeding the brakes/clutch.

Are you drunk captan, your avatar is inverted

Capt CF · Mar 7, 2013

E350 said:
Are you drunk captan, your avatar is inverted

Trauma said it was doing that the other day, but I thought he was just messing with me. Are you on a Mac?

Gunny Fitz · Mar 7, 2013

Toll box

Got all these tasty parts in from Bellissimoto and of course had to have more than enough tools to mount all this ...., plus the 10 other boxes of gear and parts which have to be installed and mounted as well. Drawers full of Ducati tools is always a big help eh?

Quite a sticker collection over the years as well!

PS. You know I have the proper tools inside there to remove and install that sweet looking "oil-quarium" also !!

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