| Author | Message | ||
     Rotorhead |
Planning for a long, long ride UCC this summer and would love some ideas/input for a take along spare parts list. Braking down in the Canadian rockies and trying to fix it with 100MPH tape won't cut it. This is what I have in mind Clutch and brake lever Belt Fan Latch for side cases Shifter fix it kit Tire repair kit voltage regulator | ||
| Hughlysses |
Those all look good. I'd suggest adding a clutch cable and a set of wheel bearings. I'd think you'd be covered for anything short of a full mechanical catastrophe. | ||
| Davo |
I never leave home without a box of fuses (10's and 15's) and an extra relay, a roll of electrical tape, a jumper wire for the data link connector and a list of trouble codes. | ||
| Ulywife |
Not a spare part - but print down the RAN before you leave! I'm trying to keep it updated quarterly. Next update will be in March. | ||
| Ft_bstrd |
A roll of high quality duct tape. | ||
| Brat |
I left with nothing but tyre plugs and the standard tool kit, 6 weeks and 7000 kms later and all I had to buy/use was some tape to put the windscreen back on, my fault, not Buell's! You won't get these problems in the Rockies!  | ||
| Jlnance |
This is what I have in mind Clutch and brake lever Belt Fan Latch for side cases Shifter fix it kit Tire repair kit voltage regulator A decent list. I think the tire repair kit is the most important. Throw in some vicegrips. I'm told they can double for broken levers/shifters. BTW, I'm pretty sure running the bike w/o the fan for a few days wouldn't be a big deal. | ||
| 2_spuds |
I second the recommendation for wheel bearings and the tools to change them.I had mine give out in BC and waited for over 6 hours for a wrecker, they are very few in number and are kept very busy up there. I would also suggest carrying tubes in case you get a puncture that can't be fixed with plugs. I added an led charge monitor to keep an eye on the charging system, it gives you some time to remove the headlight bulb and head for help if there is a problem. I also zip tied a sheet of rubber behind the shock to protect it from mud and rain. Here is a pic of the wheel bearing tools and tire bead breaker...  | ||
| Rotorhead |
Thanks for all the ideas!!! The tube idea is great if I get a huge hole. I didn't even think of the fuse and wire to bypass a ele. issue. I may change the wheel bearings before I leave just for preventive maint and carry a set too. I'll have to fabricate a puller set. The fan I was going to preposition in Ak (along with a change of tires for the HAUL rd) with friends so I know I can replace it when I left AK. The RAN list(the invaluable tool) is always packed in the tank bag. I think it may work faster than AAA . I've heard to travel with your service manual just in case a non Harley/ Buell guy is willing to do so major work to the bike if it needs it. Has anyone else heard of this idea? Again thanks for the input!! | ||
| Hughlysses |
I don't know that changing wheel bearings is very effective preventative maintenance. Some run for ~50-100k with no problems and some wear out much earlier. Most problems seem to be caused by improper installation. IMHO inspect them and leave them alone if they look and feel OK. Don't forget plenty of zip ties in assorted sizes; they're almost as useful as duct tape. Bailing wire's a good thing too, for holding up/on items which are too hot for zip ties or duct tape. (Message edited by hughlysses on January 19, 2007) | ||
| Rotorhead |
"I also zip tied a sheet of rubber behind the shock to protect it from mud and rain." I found a old mod from riding mountain bikes. Take a old inner tube and cut it to the full travel length of the rear shock. Slide it over the shock and spring. Zip tie top and bottom presto dust boot. This kept a ton of dirt out of my shocks on my mountain bike. I'm going to give it a try and see how it works out. | ||
| Bienhoabob |
You're going to need a air pump also. No good plugging a tire if you don't have a way adding air. I have a tire plug kit and a cycle pump. They both fit under the seat with room to spare. | ||
| Windrider |
Rotorhead, My 2 cents at full value: Better to take a few light, easily stowed items that are likely to be able to fix multiple failures than to tow around a part and tooling trailer. Consider the likelihood of failure along with the weight and bulk of the item to repair the unlikely failure. IMHO, taking along wheel bearings and all the tooling to repair them along side the road doesn't warrant it's weight and bulk. A Uly can survive for a few days with a failed fan so I wouldn't worry about that either. Definitely take a tire plug kit, a method to pump up the tire once plugged, zip ties, tape, fuses, some wire, basic tools, and vise grips. Vise grips and zip ties are very versatile. Take small, light items that can repair or band aid multiple types of failures. Tools that can only repair one specific failure are not likely to earn their added weight and bulk on your bike. Ulys are really quite reliable. With some basic tools and a little ingenuity most problems can either be repaired or patched up enough to get you out of the boonies. Have a great trip. | ||
| Ulendo |
spare bolts for the 'usual suspects'- shifter assy, stand, etc. +1 on R.A.N. dealer coverage here is spotty, at best - you'll be MUCH better off using help from the list, a place to crash, and DaveS mail service in case of problems. apropos of R.A.N. - what route, & when? I'm in central BC..... | ||
| Rotorhead |
Ulendo I plan on leaving around the last 2 weeks of May and try to beat the RV caravan through Canada. Boarder crossing at Coutts up to Edmonton and up the Alcan. I came down that route last year moving from Fairbanks. I want to get north fast get a UCC knocked out and then take it easy going south. The Cassiar Highway is a must going south. I'd like to stay close to the continental divide. 16 south to 93 through Jasper and Banff parks. But if you as a local have a "must see/ride" I'l change my plans in a wink of an eye. Windrider The failure possibility to weight ratio is on my mind. My stop in Fairbanks will be my fix area for all the temp repairs I make along the way. I bought the bike there last march. The guys @ furthest north outpost H/D will bend over backwards to out of towners and tell the locals to wait. I'll bear in mind next day air to AK still takes 2 days. Bienhoabob I'm looking for a small powerfull air pump what do you use? Right now I have nothing packed under the seat | ||
| Etennuly |
Don't forget a flash light, a quart of oil, a little extra gas, a bottle of water, a 44 magnum with lots of ammo. Ok that might be a bad idea at the border, however you'll need a passport starting this year. | ||
| Jim_sb |
A few more items to consider: 1. Octane booster - premium fuel is not always available. 2. Qwik Steel. You could punch a small hole in your primary cover in a tip-over or fall and you can fix it and keep riding with Qwik Steel. Otherwise you're done. 3. I like the fix-a-flat kit from Genuine Innovations. Includes everything necessary to fix tubed or tubeless tires (some of my buddies have tube bikes). A neat feature is the CO2 cartridge "gun" which doubles as a hand pump if you run out of CO2. 4. Bungee cords. 5. Spark plugs. 6. Did someone mention spare belt? 7. As for the clutch cable, I'm told the trick is to attach a spare directly to your existing cable with zip ties so that it is routed and in place. Gets it out of the way in terms of storage and it's right where you need it should the need arise. I have not tried this yet but would do it for an Alaska trip. 8. I have a Battery Tender harness installed. I like to bring along the Battery Tender "jumper" attachment (pigtails with alligator clips). That way I can provide or receive a jump start in seconds should the need arise. Packs small and light. There is no kick start on a Ulysses! But a hill might do the trick. 9. GPS. No, you don't need it. But honestly they can be VERY useful especially with a database of fuel, food, hospitals, etc. Jim in Santa Barbara | ||
| Snub13 |
I like the trailer with tools idea! Brat said: "I left with nothing but tyre plugs and the standard tool kit, 6 weeks and 7000 kms later and all I had to buy/use was some tape to put the windscreen back on, my fault, not Buell's! You won't get these problems in the Rockies!" You are one tough son of a gun Brat, and your bike too! This is a testament to the Uly's ability. By the way Brat..........when are we going to see some pics from the "Asian Odyssey"? You have been home for awhile now, how can we live vicariously if we don't get a ride report? | ||
| Bake |
You comeing to Revelstoke? Contact me if you are maybe I can show you some of our hiden treasures! |
