Perfect video for 90% of us using hand tools. You CAN get everything in one place, Harbor Freight, and that is important to many people. Love your Garage, because you have not seen mine. I do have a 2016 Pro Street Breakout in it, though.
Appreciate your tips Justin. I agree on the Harbor Freight tool recommendation. It is always a cost saving move, and the HF tool often performs quite well. Craftsman has always been the first choice for me when you can get a good sale. Craftsman which is now available in Lowes and Ace hardware stores...very convenient. Thanks for all you do...We love it!
Agree in every respect. You need Metric and Imperial. Especially in Harbor Freight as inexpensive tools that have come up in quality over the past few years and the lower price allows me to get different sets. And remember, Harbor Freight and I believe Craftsman are guaranteed for LIFE if you hold on to the receipt. (I have one small drawer dedicated to just receipts.) I would add a magnet super-glued on to the end of a skinny stick to retrieve the nut or screw that falls into spaces where you can't get your fingers. Nice video and keep it up brother.
Great video and I also agree on Harbor Freight. I use their tools and haven't had any major issues. With that being said, I would say investing in a quality torque wrench is worth it. I don't trust the cheaper Harbor Freight products for something that needs to be calibrated.
Finally, someone who values a torque wrench. I love the gütentite jokes as much as anyone. But people really seem to think they're not necessary. I always torque correctly. Then retorque about 100 miles after that. Then check the torque or critical components during every service interval. Brakes. Front end. Axles. Steering. Swing arms. Etc. Highly recommend a 1/4" inch lb, and a 1/2 ft lb. Amazon has a great brand called ep auto. They're good priced and have been very accurate so far.
Craftsman is the best hand tool in my book. They don't cost and arm and leg like those you get off the tool truck. Also Lowes now carries Craftsman. Of course Huskey and Kobalt is great and low priced. Harbor Freight has great torq wrenches. 10mm, 11mm, 9/16 inch, 1/2 inch, 7/16 inch, 1/4 inch allen, 3/16 inch allen, 5/16 inch allen, T25 and T27 for Torx is almost all you need for sockets and combination wrench. Torx bits and allen key bits are great, but also get them in the T handle.
Awesome video Justin! My personal experience with the Harbor Freight T-Handles... they didn't make it through their first use, many of the tiny/smaller ones rounded due to the metal being cheap and inferior.
Thata actually very surprising to me. I've put those t handles through some pretty tough stuff (including the small ones) and have never had any sign of rounding. My guess is that their quality control isn't the best so it wouldn't surprise me that one batch be much stronger/weaker than another
Good list, can’t think of much else. Harbor Freight is the answer to my low budget and ya just take care and don’t LOSE it. I do need to get a couple off your list but I was +/- 8 out of 10.
Craftsman Tools from the 80s90's You could go to a Sears outlet and buy a Full 2500 set or a 3500 set covers 80% of the tools you need for Auto & Motorcycle repair for under 600 $ I got both first set was 1985 2500 pc 500 bucks it come with 3/16 to 1-1/4 , 3/8 drive 3/16 to 3/4 ,1/4 drive 5/16 to 1-1/4 ,1/2 sockets and ratchets Combo wrench from 3/16 up to 1 inch 24 screwdrivers 12 flat 8 philips 4 tork 12 18 20 25 tip full metric from 6mm to 24 mm sockets in 3/8 and 1/2 , the 1/4 inch drive not as many , sockets deep well the same in all , 1/4 3/8 1/2 10 extensions mixed lengths and size 1/4 3/8 1/2 . Carb tool kit and a Timing tool kit . points files and wrench set, 3/8 and 1/2 breaker bars , 4 plug sockets in 1/2 and 4 in 3/8 . Body Nuts square sockets from 1/4 to 1-1/4 3/8 and 1/2 files set of 4 two 6 inch and two 10 inch , allen heads 1/16 to 3/8 and mm 2 mm to 18 . socket allens the same as the allen heads set 3 sets 1/4 3/8 1/2, pick set 4 pc remove o rings . Dyks 2 sets 7 inch 3 inch . needle nose 2 sets 4 inch and 7 inch , pliers , wire striper . swivel head in all 3 size , step up step down extension 1/4 to 3/8 - 3/8 to 1/4 , 3/8 to 1/2 - 1/2 to 3/8, 1/2 to 3/8 - 3/8 to 1/2 feeler gages thread gage sets plug gap wire set . I seen a full set at Sears outlet under 800 $ 2500 pc only time I have broke a Craftsman tool is when I abused it using a 20 pound hammer on a deep well to remove rusted bolts by heating it up pounding on it , or a cheater pipe over a 1/2 breaker bar 5 foot long . but It was Honored under warranty I have replaced a hand full of tools but I was abusing them way past the recommended use . Cut off torch should of been used .
And I’ll add, based on my 7 years as a Toyota dealer tech; it’s worth spending the money on Snap-On precision picks... or at least a USA made set. (No I’m not a tool snob) Every import mini pick I’ve used was junk.
Good list, except I wasn't expecting that last one. I guess I've been lucky never to have needed a tap & die set. If I ever do need one I will just run down the street to HF and grab that one...I'm a big fan of HF too.
Totally agree with buying Harbor Freight (or Princess Auto here in Canada), but I wouldn't trust their torque wrench. I have the same one as you and know for a fact it isn't calibrated well. #1 on my tool buying list is a good one.
Great suggestions...However...I do not recommend the tools from HF that are critical. For instance a torque wrench, tap and die set, sockets of any kind etc. These require quality steel and accurate sizing. Over size or under size can give you a bad day. Trust me a under size Torx bit will ruin a fastener quickly. And that T-Handle set you refer to look closely, I bet its missing a few very important sized wrenches. Now, hammers of all kinds, pry bars etc yeah go ahead. But go to LOwes and buy the pick set from Craftsman for $6.99 far better quality! I do like the recommended shopping of flea markets and garage sales. Some great used or not used Craftsman, Matco, Snap-on, Klein, Channel Lock companies (made in USA) bargains can be had. Also many bike manufacturers particularly Japanese use what looks like a Philips head screw but its NOT and you will strip the head out of it. Spend the $40. for the 3 piece set and get a set of screwdrivers for them. You will thank me later.
You forgot a hammer and a mallet. A 1lb ball peen hammer is hefty enough to knock out busted/rusted pins and bolts. A mallet will be gentle on your bike's plastic parts and forgiving enough when you start wailing on your bike with it out of frustration.
I won't use a cheap torque wrench or harbor Freight Tap & Die set "you have not had hell until you break a tap off in a steel case and need to drill it out!" Been there, never again!!. I will use much of the hand tools and the driver bits etc...
Don Lucero my guess is the cheap torque wrench is what lead him to needing the tap and die set more times than not.. I've learned that lesson the hard way enough times till I finally through my cheap torque wrench in the woods and spent the money to get a good one
I have one more.
For metric bikes.
The VESSEL IMPACT JIS screwdriver. Absolute MUST HAVE.
Top comment. Must for Jap bikes.
Ladies, if you walk into the garage and see your man pulling out the tap and die set, just close the door and walk away.
😂☝️👍👌
WD-40 is a must have along with a funnel and drain pan. I got an entire tool set at a benefit ride and use them all the time.
Great video! I agree 100% with Harbor freight tools. Great tools for the price. And you can take them back if they break.
Perfect video for 90% of us using hand tools. You CAN get everything in one place, Harbor Freight, and that is important to many people. Love your Garage, because you have not seen mine. I do have a 2016 Pro Street Breakout in it, though.
Agreed! With pretty much everything. A small cheaper impact always comes in handy and saves so much time.
Appreciate your tips Justin. I agree on the Harbor Freight tool recommendation. It is always a cost saving move, and the HF tool often performs quite well. Craftsman has always been the first choice for me when you can get a good sale. Craftsman which is now available in Lowes and Ace hardware stores...very convenient. Thanks for all you do...We love it!
“ not those ratchets “ LMAOOOO
Agree in every respect. You need Metric and Imperial.
Especially in Harbor Freight as inexpensive tools that have come up in quality over the past few years and the lower price allows me to get different sets.
And remember, Harbor Freight and I believe Craftsman are guaranteed for LIFE if you hold on to the receipt.
(I have one small drawer dedicated to just receipts.)
I would add a magnet super-glued on to the end of a skinny stick to retrieve the nut or screw that falls into spaces where you can't get your fingers.
Nice video and keep it up brother.
Great video and I also agree on Harbor Freight. I use their tools and haven't had any major issues. With that being said, I would say investing in a quality torque wrench is worth it. I don't trust the cheaper Harbor Freight products for something that needs to be calibrated.
whats a good all round one ,im in australia but buying for my 2019 sportster
Finally, someone who values a torque wrench.
I love the gütentite jokes as much as anyone. But people really seem to think they're not necessary.
I always torque correctly. Then retorque about 100 miles after that. Then check the torque or critical components during every service interval. Brakes. Front end. Axles. Steering. Swing arms. Etc.
Highly recommend a 1/4" inch lb, and a 1/2 ft lb. Amazon has a great brand called ep auto. They're good priced and have been very accurate so far.
I liked the painted peg boards 🇺🇸🐾🍻
Love your video, no nonsense, loved it, btw, I live near Kingsbury, London :)
Craftsman is the best hand tool in my book. They don't cost and arm and leg like those you get off the tool truck. Also Lowes now carries Craftsman. Of course Huskey and Kobalt is great and low priced. Harbor Freight has great torq wrenches. 10mm, 11mm, 9/16 inch, 1/2 inch, 7/16 inch, 1/4 inch allen, 3/16 inch allen, 5/16 inch allen, T25 and T27 for Torx is almost all you need for sockets and combination wrench. Torx bits and allen key bits are great, but also get them in the T handle.
Keep up the great work man.
Enjoy the content that you put out.
I too am a Craftsman man, but slowly switching to Husky 100pt. ratchets and tool line... and Tekton.
It’s, CraftsMA’AM!
Well done. Well, done.
Craftsman Fan.
Nice. Thanks!
Awesome video Justin! My personal experience with the Harbor Freight T-Handles... they didn't make it through their first use, many of the tiny/smaller ones rounded due to the metal being cheap and inferior.
Thata actually very surprising to me. I've put those t handles through some pretty tough stuff (including the small ones) and have never had any sign of rounding. My guess is that their quality control isn't the best so it wouldn't surprise me that one batch be much stronger/weaker than another
Great vid man
Good list, can’t think of much else. Harbor Freight is the answer to my low budget and ya just take care and don’t LOSE it. I do need to get a couple off your list but I was +/- 8 out of 10.
Great video. Back in your wheelhouse!
Craftsman Tools from the 80s90's You could go to a Sears outlet and buy a Full 2500 set or a 3500 set covers 80% of the tools you need for Auto & Motorcycle repair for under 600 $ I got both first set was 1985 2500 pc 500 bucks it come with 3/16 to 1-1/4 , 3/8 drive 3/16 to 3/4 ,1/4 drive 5/16 to 1-1/4 ,1/2 sockets and ratchets Combo wrench from 3/16 up to 1 inch 24 screwdrivers 12 flat 8 philips 4 tork 12 18 20 25 tip full metric from 6mm to 24 mm sockets in 3/8 and 1/2 , the 1/4 inch drive not as many , sockets deep well the same in all , 1/4 3/8 1/2 10 extensions mixed lengths and size 1/4 3/8 1/2 . Carb tool kit and a Timing tool kit . points files and wrench set, 3/8 and 1/2 breaker bars , 4 plug sockets in 1/2 and 4 in 3/8 . Body Nuts square sockets from 1/4 to 1-1/4 3/8 and 1/2 files set of 4 two 6 inch and two 10 inch , allen heads 1/16 to 3/8 and mm 2 mm to 18 . socket allens the same as the allen heads set 3 sets 1/4 3/8 1/2, pick set 4 pc remove o rings . Dyks 2 sets 7 inch 3 inch . needle nose 2 sets 4 inch and 7 inch , pliers , wire striper . swivel head in all 3 size , step up step down extension 1/4 to 3/8 - 3/8 to 1/4 , 3/8 to 1/2 - 1/2 to 3/8, 1/2 to 3/8 - 3/8 to 1/2 feeler gages thread gage sets plug gap wire set . I seen a full set at Sears outlet under 800 $ 2500 pc only time I have broke a Craftsman tool is when I abused it using a 20 pound hammer on a deep well to remove rusted bolts by heating it up pounding on it , or a cheater pipe over a 1/2 breaker bar 5 foot long . but It was Honored under warranty I have replaced a hand full of tools but I was abusing them way past the recommended use . Cut off torch should of been used .
And I’ll add, based on my 7 years as a Toyota dealer tech; it’s worth spending the money on Snap-On precision picks... or at least a USA made set. (No I’m not a tool snob) Every import mini pick I’ve used was junk.
I'm quite disappointed that a multimeter wasn't in this list... great video nonetheless. Keep it up!
Great information, how about consideration to safety and riding? Tips for both the rider and the passenger vehicle drivers??
Where is the beer???
Great topic!
nothin better then a 20 piece rachett
What power tool do you recommend for fixing honda scooters?
Good list, except I wasn't expecting that last one. I guess I've been lucky never to have needed a tap & die set. If I ever do need one I will just run down the street to HF and grab that one...I'm a big fan of HF too.
Totally agree with buying Harbor Freight (or Princess Auto here in Canada), but I wouldn't trust their torque wrench. I have the same one as you and know for a fact it isn't calibrated well. #1 on my tool buying list is a good one.
whats a good all round one ,im in australia but buying for my 2019 sportster
Not even a minute, thirty in and I’m dead 😂
I love harbor freight.
The best video from a motovlogger ever!
🤣🤣🤣 the ratchet part I cried 😂😂😂 just made me subscribe bro
What about a jack?
Calibrated elbows are cheaper then a torque wrench
I have never heard of a spanner wrench being refered to as a monkey wrench. We've always called the big ass gripped pipe wrenches a monkey wrench.
After watching this video I have come to realize a lot of slang has came from mechanic and technician tools lmao
Great suggestions...However...I do not recommend the tools from HF that are critical. For instance a torque wrench, tap and die set, sockets of any kind etc. These require quality steel and accurate sizing. Over size or under size can give you a bad day. Trust me a under size Torx bit will ruin a fastener quickly. And that T-Handle set you refer to look closely, I bet its missing a few very important sized wrenches. Now, hammers of all kinds, pry bars etc yeah go ahead. But go to LOwes and buy the pick set from Craftsman for $6.99 far better quality! I do like the recommended shopping of flea markets and garage sales. Some great used or not used Craftsman, Matco, Snap-on, Klein, Channel Lock companies (made in USA) bargains can be had. Also many bike manufacturers particularly Japanese use what looks like a Philips head screw but its NOT and you will strip the head out of it. Spend the $40. for the 3 piece set and get a set of screwdrivers for them. You will thank me later.
You forgot a hammer and a mallet. A 1lb ball peen hammer is hefty enough to knock out busted/rusted pins and bolts. A mallet will be gentle on your bike's plastic parts and forgiving enough when you start wailing on your bike with it out of frustration.
Friends don't let friends use cheap torque wrenches
I won't use a cheap torque wrench or harbor Freight Tap & Die set "you have not had hell until you break a tap off in a steel case and need to drill it out!" Been there, never again!!. I will use much of the hand tools and the driver bits etc...
Don Lucero my guess is the cheap torque wrench is what lead him to needing the tap and die set more times than not.. I've learned that lesson the hard way enough times till I finally through my cheap torque wrench in the woods and spent the money to get a good one
That's cool that your friends buy you snap-on or matco.
D Cobb you don't need snap on or matco..
That tap and die set is horrible. The taps will get you into more trouble than you already are in.
That tap and die set has saved my ass more times than I can count...
Always store a torque wrench at its lowest value.
Not to sound like a snob, but the proper term for those “safety” bits is tamper resistant hex/torx. Otherwise very good video.
Too late