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The 5 Best Adjustable Wrenches for Motorcycles

Typically, I would NOT recommend adjustable wrenches for working on your motorcycle. In most cases, there will be a better tool, like a socket wrench set. However, sometimes an adjustable wrench is all you have, and for others, it’s all you need.

So, if you’re going to use an adjustable wrench for a job on your motorcycle to fix an issue or do some maintenance, then you need to make sure you have the best one out there.

Here are my top five picks for the best adjustable wrenches out there for use on motorcycles.

The 5 Best Multi-Tools for Motorcycles

Multi-tools can be indispensable for all sorts of situations you’ll find yourself in, but what multi-tools should you get? It’s not super clear. There are all sorts out there, and you’ll want one that works great for motorcycle applications.

A tool kit is an absolute must for any motorcyclist, and you should work to build out your toolbox at home with the best screwdrivers and wrenches, but a good multi-tool can really make all the difference.

Below you’ll find my top picks for riders. If you can only carry one tool with you on a bike, make sure it’s one of these.

The 5 Best Screwdriver Sets for Motorcycles

Most people have a few screwdrivers sitting around the house, but if you’re going to work on your own motorcycle in any real capacity, you’ll have to take a look at these screwdriver sets.

A set of screwdrivers goes hand in hand with a set of wrenches in your motorcycle tool kit.

So, with that in mind, here are some of the best screwdriver sets out there.

The 5 Best Socket Wrench Sets for Motorcycles

You can do quite a lot with the standard open-end wrenches in your tool kit or tool roll, but at some point, you’re going to want to get a good socket wrench set. With that in mind, I thought I’d look at the best ones out there.

Socket wrenches will save you tons of time whether or not you do a lot of maintenance yourself. Even if you just do a few things yourself, like changing your motorcycle’s oil, you’ll benefit from them.

Here are the best socket wrench sets for motorcycles you can buy right now.

5 Best Wash Mitts for Motorcycles

Recently, I posted about the best motorcycle soaps you can buy to clean up your bike and make it look good, but in order to use those soaps, you need a good wash mitt.

Wash mitts are pretty typical for automotive detailing, and they should be in your motorcycle care arsenal along with a bucket and some good soap or a good cleaner.

Here’s a closer look at some of the best wash mitts out there for motorcycle use.

The 5 Best Motorcycle Soaps and Cleaners

Cleaning your motorcycle is an important part of basic maintenance and buying the right motorcycle soap is imperative.

I’ve discussed waxes and polishes before, but what do you do if your motorcycle is really dirty? You bust out the motorcycle soap and water and get to cleaning.

Below you’ll find my picks for the five best motorcycle soaps and cleaners. These products will get your bike clean and ready to shine.

What You Need to Know About Motorcycle Wraps

If you’re ready for a new look for your motorcycle, you might be thinking about motorcycle wraps.

Doing some kind of vinyl wrap on your motorcycle can be a really great way of enhancing it visually and getting your bike a fresh new look.

But are motorcycle wraps really the best way to go about doing that? Let’s take a closer look at this to help you decide if a wrap is right for you.

How Often Do You Need to Do a Motorcycle Oil Change?

Change the oil every 2,000 to 3,000 miles.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.

If you’re new to motorcycling or you just got a new bike, you might find yourself asking “How often do you need to do a motorcycle oil change?”

The answer is pretty straightforward. Generally, you should change your oil every few thousand miles.

However, the distance between oil changes can differ from motorcycle to motorcycle, depending on a variety of factors.

Ari Henning Shows You How to Service Your Motorcycle’s Cooling System

Every motorcyclist will have to change their coolant. While you can always take it into the shop, you’ll save a lot of money if you do the maintenance yourself. Here’s how to service your motorcycle’s cooling system.

The good news is that it’s not too hard of a task and it doesn’t take much in terms of tools or time.

In the video above, Ari Henning runs through the process for Revzilla’s YouTube channel.

Motorcycle Chain Cleaners Tested and Explained

There’s so many options on the shelf and this should help you choose.

You have to clean it, might as well get the best cleaner.

I’ve shared FortNine’s videos before. They’re some of the best on the web. The company really puts a lot of work into its videos and it shows.

In this one, the company tests some of the most common motorcycle chain cleaners out there to see which one is best.