Tools

My XT came without the factory-supplied tool kit so I have to make up my own. As one of modifications is to replace the factory tool "tube" with a larger tube to fit more tools, it is an ideal opportunity to fit it out with better tools than what the factory supplied.

"Basic" Tool Kit: (All in large tool tube, the ones I have are listed in blue)
Plug socket, 18mm
Double-ended "L" style bit driver - this came with an assortment of bits for computer repair so I substituted my own mix.
Hex bits:

Philips: #2 #3
Blade: fine, medium, wide
Hex: 3mm, 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 8mm
1/4" Socket adapter
Extension bar

Bit screwdriver (fixed or a quality ratchet) - as the L-driver is not the most comfortable on long jobs
Stubby bit screwdriver
Pliers with side cutters
Open-ended ring spanners (or "combination wrenches"): 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 17mm
Combination tyre iron/6-point spanners: 19mm (1) and 22mm (2) - these were suggested by one of the guys on the XT225 forum
1/4" Ratchet drive and extension bar for sockets
Sockets: 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 14mm, 17mm
Crescent, 150mm (6")
Crescent, 100mm (4")
Feeler gauge set - for setting the spark gap
Pressure gauge, slim-line
Shop rag
Small LED Flashlight w/ fresh batteries
Small retractable-blade craft knife (X-acto style)
Piece of sandpaper, 1200 grit - for cleaning the spark plug terminals
Latex gloves - no, I'm not generally adverse to greasy hands but grease plays havoc with the thermal liners of motorbike gloves.

"L" bit driver; bit set containing blade, phillips, hex bits and socket adapter; extension bar and sockets

On a lengthy tour, I would also find room on the bike for the following:
3-4m lightweight tow rope
Puncture repair kit
Air pump
Jumper leads
Plastic funnel
2-3 litre plastic oil trap
Toothbrush - for cleaning chain, engine casings

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