Why, oh why...

[Old N' Grumpy]

I don't think the tool kit would very useful on the road. So far the only video I have found on changing Rocket 3 plugs they had to rig up the spark plug wrench with an extension and duct tape to make it work. Even if the manufacturer includes tools I don't think they believe many people will even try to use the before calling the dealer.

I think you're right, hence the useless enclosed crap. For those wanting better they can either make up one on their own or buy a decent ready made setup that you can actually work with.

 

[TriumPhil]

Grumpster, I carry this in addition to the OEM kit and a few other goodies... Cruz Tools Folding Hex/Met Key Set - OM14 ATV Dirt Bike Motorcycle Goldwing Snowmobile - Dennis Kirk, Inc.

This or their RTM3 kit would be the better choice for those who do a lot of long hauls or overnighters... Cruz Tools Deluxe Metric Tool Kit - EKM1 ATV Dirt Bike Motorcycle Goldwing Snowmobile - Dennis Kirk, Inc.

 

[Old N' Grumpy]

Right now I only carry a tire plug kit but some small tool set is in order before I start going any distance. Along with my AAA card for bikes

 

[TriumPhil]

That's one of my "other goodies".

 

[Rocket Scientist]

My 05' has a decent plug wrench in the factory kit, the newer ones don't ?

 

[TURBO200R4]

My 05' has a decent plug wrench in the factory kit, the newer ones don't ?

MY 07 HAS THE TOOL AND THE BIG ALLEN TO FIT IT SORRy caps.

 

[R-III-R Turbo]

these are my hex socket-axle adapters, front & back axles.

 

[JackG]

I don't think the tool kit would very useful on the road. So far the only video I have found on changing Rocket 3 plugs they had to rig up the spark plug wrench with an extension and duct tape to make it work. Even if the manufacturer includes tools I don't think they believe many people will even try to use the before calling the dealer.

Thats what I did.

 

[jake shaw]

Why does Triumph not include basic repair tools for the Rocket. The tools in there are next to worthless. I had to rig the spark plug wrench to make it long enough to pull a plug and where in heck do you find the right tool to remove the wheel axles? I managed to rig a tool to do the job but, ****.

The front wheel needs a 3/4" or 19mm hex to fit in the axle. The rear is .550" (across flats), or a 3/8 bolt with a bunch of 3/8" nuts

 

[TriumPhil]

I always carry my AAA card and have free roadside assistance from my insurer, Foremost.