New owner

[PH1969]

Hello,

New owner of a 2014 GS and enjoying it so far. One question I do have is why is the toolkit useless? Are there any aftermarket kits other than the 2 spanners and screwdriver BMW accidently left under my seat?
Coming from KTM's they are supplied with proper toolrolls.

 

[mcinlb]

One might say that a KTM needs a full tool kit, one might say........................

 

[Nutty]

One might say that a KTM needs a full tool kit, one might say........................

Good answer!

 

[Paul S]

Welcome - yes the KTM tool kits are really good - especially the bottle opener

BMW do a larger tool kit but you pays extra for that and includes:
• On-board toolkit service kit for simple maintenance work and upkeep
• Small, light and multifunctional:
- Quicker and easier to snap together and take apart, with snap adapter and ball lock
- Standard bit adapter and standard tool adapter (9x12 mm and 3/8") mean that other components can be added to the kit in accordance with individual preference.
• Tool quality and finish (surface, harness, etc.) are of course outstanding
• Including practical tools wallet in black artificial leather
• Scope of supply:
- Spark plug wrench, telescopic, w/f 14
- Allen key, w/f 19 3/8"
- Bit adapter 3/8" square - 1/4" hex
- Adapter, adjustable 3/8" - 9x12 mm
- Open-ended spanner, w/f 10 and 14 - 9x12 mm
- Ring spanner, w/f 17 - 9x12 mm
- Bits, cross-head PH1 and PH2 - 1/4" hex
- Bit, plain 6 mm - 1/4" hex
- Bits, Torx 25, 30, 40, 45 and 50 - 1/4" hex
- Socket wrench insert, w/f 13 - 3/8" square
- LED flashlight (without battery¹)
- Wallet for on-board toolkit service kit
- Operating instructions
• The adapter for the direct ignition coil must be ordered separately. The tools wallet has an empty slot to accommodate this optional tool.

Nippy Norman also does one for lots of money.

When on tour I coble together what I need to at least remove the wheels and leave it at that

 

[cyclops]

Dont worry it will never go wrong

 

[Nutty]

- LED flashlight (without battery¹)

 

[PH1969]

One might say that a KTM needs a full tool kit, one might say........................

Expected that answer. I've had 3 KTM 990s (SM/Adventure/SMT) and done over 15k miles without a single hiccup, mind you I've also had Honda/Buell(s)/Suzuki/Aprillia(s)/Triumph(s) and never had any issues either. The new Norton on the other hand..................

 

[PH1969]

Welcome - yes the KTM tool kits are really good - especially the bottle opener

BMW do a larger tool kit but you pays extra for that and includes:
• On-board toolkit service kit for simple maintenance work and upkeep
• Small, light and multifunctional:
- Quicker and easier to snap together and take apart, with snap adapter and ball lock
- Standard bit adapter and standard tool adapter (9x12 mm and 3/8") mean that other components can be added to the kit in accordance with individual preference.
• Tool quality and finish (surface, harness, etc.) are of course outstanding
• Including practical tools wallet in black artificial leather
• Scope of supply:
- Spark plug wrench, telescopic, w/f 14
- Allen key, w/f 19 3/8"
- Bit adapter 3/8" square - 1/4" hex
- Adapter, adjustable 3/8" - 9x12 mm
- Open-ended spanner, w/f 10 and 14 - 9x12 mm
- Ring spanner, w/f 17 - 9x12 mm
- Bits, cross-head PH1 and PH2 - 1/4" hex
- Bit, plain 6 mm - 1/4" hex
- Bits, Torx 25, 30, 40, 45 and 50 - 1/4" hex
- Socket wrench insert, w/f 13 - 3/8" square
- LED flashlight (without battery¹)
- Wallet for on-board toolkit service kit
- Operating instructions
• The adapter for the direct ignition coil must be ordered separately. The tools wallet has an empty slot to accommodate this optional tool.

Nippy Norman also does one for lots of money.

When on tour I coble together what I need to at least remove the wheels and leave it at that

Do you know how much the BMW kit is?

 

[pistole]

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USD220 (max bmw).

 

[Nice 'n' Fat]

Welcome - yes the KTM tool kits are really good - especially the bottle opener
)

BMW also has its own bottle opener and you don't even have to get it out of the toolbag

 

[Neil W]

My piece of shit 64 plate GSA has never been right

Dont worry it will never go wrong

 

[rob semple]

BMW also has its own bottle opener and you don't even have to get it out of the toolbag

does that seriously work..?

If it does that's amazing I need to go show someone..! I'm off to Spain next week on it I'll be the envy of them all... we'll worth the 15k without a doubt now..

 

[PH1969]

Going to go with a Kriega tool roll and sort my own kit. Does anyone have a basic list or should I just copy the BMW list from above?