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Old 14-11-07, 15:19
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Originally Posted by blademan72 View Post
MC, If I was touring then I would add one of these little baby's into my pack, about half way down you will see the following..


http://www.4-motorcycles.co.uk/acatalog/Tools.html

PMP005 - CO2 Canister Kit

got to be smaller than carrying a pump... and lighter too!!
Exactly what I take with me when I go. I take 10 powerlets, which is about enough to fully inflate 2 tyres with a couple of spares. I don't bother with puncture repair kits, I just take a spare tube or two (depending on distance) and a small bag of talc to stop the tubes sticking.
I also normally carry a couple of those boil in the bag space food things, as they are invaluable if you get stuck somewhere or break down in the middle of nowhere.
Top tip for toll roads - If you know you will use toll roads that day, stick a length of gaffa tape to your screen with a double folded tab at the end (so it's easy to peel) with various local currency coins stuck under it. Saves loads of time at toll booths without cocking around taking your gloves off and fishing for change.

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