Lost my Tool Kit

[Rider]

I know it was secured. I know the latch was closed. I got to the inspection station today and it was gone. The mechanic’s opinion, with which I agree, is that it is probably a vibration issue. I have seen it posted here before (couldn’t find the thread).

Make sure you secure your tool kit!

 

[AlaskanTrail]

Loctite it is then!

 

[Rider]

Loctite it is then!

The frustrating thing is, I read about this happening before I got my bike and made extra sure that it was closed and tight. I highly recommend using something extra to ensure it can’t open on its own. It seems like a poor design. At least if it opened from the bottom, when it popped open the door wouldn’t swing down and let the kit slide out. It *might* keep it in place.

 

[dmonkey]

There are some solutions here: https://hondatrail125.com/index.php?threads/keep-an-eye-on-your-tool-box.53/
I am running a side rack with aux fuel can that changes the orientation of the toolbox, but I'm still using a reusable zip-tie to keep the lid shut.

Sonic-Crafty Sub Fuel Tank Kit on Takegawa Helmet Holder Rack

Sonic-Crafty Sub Tank Kit: https://japan.webike.net/products/24611811.html Takegawa Helmet Holder: https://japan.webike.net/products/24294489.html With the range on this bike it's easy enough for me to plan gas stops, but it's also nice to not have to go out of the way for gas, and to have some...

hondatrail125.com

There's also a very expensive solution of a locking lid!

TANAKA TRADING : Cover for side toolbox [ca1736]

japan.webike.net

 

[Rider]

Thanks. I was looking for that thread, but the search feature was not returning anything.