Six Must-Have Motorcycle Maintenance Tools

Rushing to the mechanic for every little issue with your motorcycle can become a major inconvenience over time, not to mention the heavy maintenance bills you would be raking up. It is never a bad idea to have your own plan B, and having your very own motorcycle maintenance kit can help you in more ways than one. For starters, you become more independent and begin to better understand the needs of your motorcycle. 

Though some jobs are better left to professionals, owning some basic motorcycle maintenance tools ensures that you can take care of the basics by yourself. Even a beginner can accomplish a surprising amount of work with the right tools. Interstate Cycles has a list of six tools every motorcycle rider should own. For the more complex tasks, swing by Interstate Cycles located in Lake City, Florida, near Jacksonville and Gainesville. We also serve Valdosta and Sanderson. Check out the latest bikes in the market and get your bike upgraded, serviced, and accessorized at our dealership!

Heavy Duty Nitrile Gloves

To avoid dirt, oil, grime, and chain lube from getting under your fingernails or staining your hands, it is important to invest in a pair of nitrile or latex gloves. You’ll find most mechanics wearing some kind of gloves, usually latex or leather. Nitrile or latex gloves are disposable and don’t allow oil to seep in. These gloves are thick enough for tough work and don’t tear easily. 

Snap-On Torque Wrench 

The fasteners in your bike should be torqued properly. When tightened to the proper torque, bolts will neither strip nor rattle loose. This tool ensures that everything is tightened to the pressure pressure using a clicker or built-in digital torque meter. With the Snap-On Torque Wrench, you don’t need to check if your torque wrench is properly calibrated before you begin, because it will already be good to go. 

Morgan Carbtune Carb and Fuel Injector Synchronizer 

It is essential for carburetors or fuel injectors on a multi-cylinder bike to be synchronized properly. This ensures that the engine runs smoothly and that each cylinder gets exactly the same amount of fuel and does the same amount of work. Mechanical and electronic vacuum gauges ensure that the right amount of fuel reaches each cylinder by connecting to tiny ports and reading the vacuum generated by each cylinder while the bike is running.The Carbtune is thus a must-have for your motorcycle service kit. 

Bike Stand

Side stands are fine when you’re parking your motorcycle, but a center stand is required when you are servicing your bike. Your bike needs a stand when the wheels come off, and if your bike doesn’t already have one it’s a good idea to go ahead and invest in a quality motorcycle stand as a key part of your motorcycle maintenance tool kit.

Vacuum Brake Bleeder

You can the replace hydraulic fluid in brakes and clutches with this tool, or pump out the old brake fluid from the brake reservoir and replace it with a fresh batch. As one of the most versatile service tools, vacuum brake bleeders are used for transferring fluids, bleeding brakes, and are even useful in other tasks as well.

Blowtorch

Even the most stubborn and rusty bolts can come free after 30 seconds under a blowtorch. This handy tool is used to heat and unstick frozen threads. However, make sure to keep the flame away from brake and fuel lines and be cautious about overheating any nearby seals.

Whether you’re a rookie or a professional biker, we at Interstate Cycles promise the ultimate customer experience. Check out a wide range of motorcycles, schedule a servicing of your motorcycle, check out our parts replacement service, and get your bike fitted up! Come visit us in Lake City, Florida, located just a short drive away from Gainesville and Jacksonville. We also serve Valdosta and Sanderson.