Author Topic: Such a Tool! (Read 4470 times)

Sven · « **on:** May 01, 2007, 08:25:13 PM »

Hey, my tools have been spread around and merged, and I no longer know what was in the OEM toolkit. I am curious (Yellow) (Suzuki yellow, that is) what the original kit held. I'd 'preesh anyone with the time listing an inventory.

If it matters (and I wouldn't think it would), I have a 2003 1200S sold in the US.

ZenMan · « **Reply #1 on:** May 01, 2007, 08:38:25 PM »

I dunno if it's the same kit they put in your old-fashioned B1200, but this is what's in my mighty black B1250... possibly the same kit... but the tools might be tougher.

BTW, at least your bike isn't yellow... I may be a proud Suzuki street-bike owner, but when it comes to racing, I'm a TEAM GREEN fan all the way... GO KAWI!!!

Sven · « **Reply #2 on:** May 01, 2007, 10:23:39 PM »

Quote from: "ZenMan"

...possibly the same kit... but the tools might be tougher.

...when it comes to racing, I'm a TEAM GREEN fan all the way... GO KAWI!!!

1) Hmmm...looks like the same basic set, but my tools were all Irwin titanium quick release with blue and yellow rubber handles. Looks like they've gon cheap with the new stuff. What a shame.

B) It's bad enough I spend most my time riding next to a frog green ZRX1100, now I have to hear this sh*t from you? That is the UGLIEST green ever!

Seriously, thanks for the pic! I'll compare inventories from the box I have *right here next to my PC*!

Sven · « **Reply #3 on:** May 01, 2007, 10:35:58 PM »

Quote from: "ZenMan"

I dunno if it's the same kit they put in your old far superior B1200, but this is what's in my mighty black B1250

And no, it's a different selection. It looks like you have two hunged spark plug sockets, whilst I have one non-hinged one. And i have three of those jinky socket wrnech things, where you have just one. And I don't seem to have pliers, unless they have migrated elsewhere.

I actually carry a better set of tools, but I thought it would be good to reassemble the OEM set in case Gunner wants to buuy my bike. (ha ha)

Sven · « **Reply #4 on:** May 01, 2007, 10:43:28 PM »

This kit (on eBay) is listed as an OEM Kit for the 01-05 B12. It looks like the pile of gems I have, other than I have done something with the hex wrenches and the pliers, and they have added a tire guage.

So, good enough for me, case closed!

ZenMan · « **Reply #5 on:** May 01, 2007, 10:59:53 PM »

Quote from: "Sven"

Quote from: "ZenMan"
I dunno if it's the same kit they put in your old far superior B1200, but this is what's in my mighty black B1250

Hey, you know there is a law against altering quotes... did you think I wouldn't notice?

Nice try...

Sven · « **Reply #6 on:** May 01, 2007, 11:30:43 PM »

I thought you were a man of honor who would stand behind his, er, *my* words!

ZenMan · « **Reply #7 on:** May 01, 2007, 11:41:11 PM »

Quote from: "Sven"

I thought you were a man of honor who would stand behind his, er, *my* words!

You're SUCH A TOOL!

Sven · « **Reply #8 on:** May 01, 2007, 11:56:48 PM »

Quote from: "ZenMan"

You're SUCH A TOOL!

That's what *all* you ladies say after you've taken a spin with the Svenster!

PaulVS · « **Reply #9 on:** May 02, 2007, 08:06:48 AM »

The stock 2nd Gen tool kit is what is shown from the Ebay listing, except...

*only 2 allen wrenches, not 3
*no tire gauge
*there are 2 regular wrenches (10x12 & 14x17?) but the 2 shown in the picture don't look like the stock ones.

JReviere · « **Reply #10 on:** May 02, 2007, 09:17:54 AM »

I've got an 01B-12S... the tool kit looks like it's never been out of it's holder. I can spread it out and make a .jpg of the contents for you if you'd like... I'd send it directly by e-mail if you wish and send an address.

JR
jrev@cebridge.net

Red01 · « **Reply #11 on:** May 02, 2007, 02:45:04 PM »

Quote from: "ZenMan"

when it comes to racing, I'm a TEAM GREEN fan all the way... GO KAWI!!!

Someone's gotta root for the underdawgs. I just didn't expect to see it come from someone whose stable includes (or recently included) a DR200, a V-Strom and a B12.5.

ZenMan · « **Reply #12 on:** May 02, 2007, 04:18:17 PM »

Quote from: "Red01"

Quote from: "ZenMan"
when it comes to racing, I'm a TEAM GREEN fan all the way... GO KAWI!!!

Someone's gotta root for the underdawgs. I just didn't expect to see it come from someone whose stable includes (or recently included) a DR200, a V-Strom and a B12.5.

Hey, I'm a Cowboys fan even though I live in Missouri... is that ok with you?

Over the last 40 years, most of my dirt bikes have been RM's, and most of my street and track bikes have been Kawi's. But I did race a FZ750 the last season before I quit.

As a race fan, brand loyalty rates high for me... yep, I usually root for the underdogs. Kawasaki has done amazingly well over the years considering how much less money and personnel they put into racing compared to the Big Three. When I watch a race, I immediately pick out those bright green bikes and start pulling for 'em.

As far as my B1250, it's just the best bike for the buck out there, it's everything I want in a road motorcycle. I don't have to tell you that... this is BanditAlley, we all know what's so great about Bandits, and the '07's continue the tradition.

I might consider a FJR or even a ST if I ever hit the lotto, but for under $8K nothing comes close... and that includes insurance rates.

And the V-Strom is the only affordable adventure-tourer out there... the Beemers and KTM's and other euro bikes are way more expensive, and really don't have that much over the V-Strom. We bought the DR200SE along with it as a package deal.

Anything else you need to know for your book, Red?

Sven · « **Reply #13 on:** May 02, 2007, 05:56:05 PM »

Quote from: "ZenMan"

And the V-Strom is the only affordable adventure-tourer out there... the Beemers and KTM's and other euro bikes are way more expensive, and really don't have that much over the V-Strom.

I am trying to decide between a V-Strom 650 and a Concours (not the new ZX14 one) when I rent a bike next month for a few days in Rockies around Denver (before my meeting starts on Monday). Any thoughts from anyone who's ridden one or both?

Sven · « **Reply #14 on:** May 02, 2007, 05:58:23 PM »

Quote from: "JReviere"

I've got an 01B-12S... the tool kit looks like it's never been out of it's holder. I can spread it out and make a .jpg of the contents for you if you'd like... I'd send it directly by e-mail if you wish and send an address.

JR
jrev@cebridge.net

That's great, but I guess I've found out enough for now. I just wsnt to reassemble the original set and set it aside in case one day el bandido and I are separated. (No, I'm not making any plans!) I have better tools that I use, so those potmetal shanks are pretty much useless unless I get in a prison riot.