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Top 5 Complete Bike Tool Kits – Under $100

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Previously, we showed you Emergency Bike Repair Kits. Those kits were small and inexpensive. Their job was to get you on the road or trail again until you could get to your destination or finish your ride.

Now, we are talking about a complete bike tool kit. This could be a smaller one that would go in the trunk of your car, your pickup truck, or van. It may be specific to the type of bike or riding you’ll be doing. For example, mountain biking or road touring. If you are only doing off road and mountain biking, you would want to look at specific mountain bike tool kits.

The larger and more complete home tool kits are for your garage or workshop. Serious bikers will be familiar with the Bikehand and the Park Bike Tool Kit.

Complete Bike Tool Kits Under $100

*The following guide contains links to Amazon. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

What are we talking about here? Basically, we are looking for a good tool kit that we can put in our car or truck. It should come in either a tool box or a hard cover case. It should be easy to carry from the house to the car and if needs be from the car or truck to the bike.

These aren’t tool kits that you would put in your backpack, although they average in weight to about 5 pounds. Each of these also come in a portable (hand carry) hard case.

One of the first things I will be listing in each of these kits is the length of the warranty. In my opinion, nothing speaks to quality like the company putting their name behind it with a good warranty. I will also put the Amazon satisfaction rating in, as well, because that not only speaks about quality, but also speaks about customer service.

Something else that you need to look closely at is Amazon’s return policy. Some of these products will only give a full refund or replacement if it arrives damaged. In addition, you may only have 30 days after you get it to make the claim for replacement as some of these kits are non-returnable. So, 1) read the fine print before you order. 2) Check other customer’s reviews on the kits. 3) Check the tools and use the kit when you get it so you meet any time requirements Amazon and the vendor have for refunds or replacements.

None of these sets have a torque wrench, but a good torque wrench would put them all over $100. Plus, the average biker who is being one of these sets most likely won’t need one.

If you do need a torque wrench, then click over to Professional Bike Repair Kits.

1. 23 Piece Bike Tool Kit

The company is based in China and has more than 10 years experience with bike accessories. The tool set is made with carbon steel and high quality plastic tool construction for durability and strength. This can be used at home or on the road. You should be able to keep your bike in the best working condition, perform routine maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.

It is a 23 piece bike tool kit.

This is a good general bike tool kit for the price.

Includes:

  1. Chain rivet extractor (CT-CR10) – to remove and replace chain link pins for 7-12 speed chains, with chain hook and extra pin.
  2. Chain ring nut wrench (CT-C05) – for making chain ring bolt set installation and removal easy and includes 9mm and 10mm bolt wrench.
  3. Crank puller (CT-C04) – with interchangeable adaptor for square spindle axle and ISIS drive.
  4. Freewheel turner and lock ring wrench (CT-F03) – the sprocket can be removed with the freewheel turner. The lock ring wrench is for attaching and detaching cogs. When removing the cassette sprocket, CT-F06 and CT-W17 are required. This is 7-12 speed compatible.
  5. Bottom bracket wrench (CT-B08) – for Shimano hollowtech II and BB9000, BB9100 and MT BB93.
  6. 15mm pedal wrench (CT-W05) – 14mm and 15mm box end wrenches for crank fixing bolts and axle nuts.
  7. 8mm hex key wrench 1/2″ adaptor (CT-W17) – L-shaped, 8mm hex wrench for installing and removing crank bolts with a 8mm socket.
  8. Multipurpose master link tool (CT-CR26) – used for quick removal of joining links, advanced tool for both opening and closing
  9. Metal tire lever (2 pcs) (CT-P01) – made of resin and hard steel inside and has long length for better leverage; built to last.
  10. Flat/phillips screwdriver (CT-W19) – for derailleur adjustment.
  11. 3mm flat screwdriver (CT-W18) – for smaller screws.
  12. Hex key wrench set (CT-W01) – T-handle helps to tighten or loosen fasteners more quickly and easily: 2/2.5/3/4/5/6mm sizes.
  13. T20 torx wrench (CT-W20).
  14. T25 torx wrench (CT-W21).
  15. T30 torx wrench (CT-W22).
  16. Tire Patch Kit.

What we like:

A nice compact set with good quality tools and a 12-month guarantee to back up the quality it brings.

It can be returned within 30 days of its arrival.

2. YBEKI Bike Repair Tool Kit

The company is based in China and is a common name seen with bike accessories. The tool set is made with carbon steel and high quality plastic tool construction for durability and strength. This can be used on the road or for at home repairs. You should be able to keep your bike in the best working condition, perform routine maintenance, repairs, and upgrades. Based on use of the tools out in the field, some tools have been strengthened.

It is a 25 piece bike tool kit.

This is a good general bike tool kit for the price.

Includes:

  1. Reversible drive ratchet tool with10 bits (2/3/4/5/6/8mm/T25/T30/PH1/SL4).
  2. More capable tool pliers (Foldable pliers with 9 functions).
  3. Tire repair kit + 3 tire levers.
  4. Bone wrench 10 models (6-15).
  5. Phillips screwdriver.
  6. Freewheel remover.
  7. 8x10mm forged steel open-ended wrench.
  8. Freewheel turner (chain whip) + Bottom Bracket wrench.
  9. 2 steel hub-cone wrenches.
  10. Cotter less crank arm extractor (fits all axles).
  11. Forged /-groove spoke adjuster.
  12. Hex key wrench set (1.5/2/2.5/3/4/5/6/8 mm ball-end).
  13. Pedal wrench.
  14. Cartridge bottom bracket tool.
  15. 6″ adjustable forged steel wrench.
  16. Chain tool – Adjustable chain rivet extractor & assembler. (2 spare thimbles).

What we didn’t like:

We didn’t like the fact that there is only a 6-month guarantee. Even though they advertise you can return the product for a full refund when you look at Amazon’s return policy it states “this item is non-returnable.”

3. ODOLAND Bike Repair Tool Kit

The company is based in Hong Kong, China and is a common name seen with low cost bike accessories. The tool set is made with carbon steel and high quality plastic tool construction for durability and strength. This can be used on the road or for at home repairs. You should be able to keep your bike in the best working condition, perform routine maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.

Having said all of that, I do see quite a few complaints about the real-world quality when its being used. Plus if you have already bought yourself an emergency bike repair kit then this is kind of redundant. Better to pay a little more and get more bang for your buck.

It is a 26 piece bike tool kit.

Includes:

  1. Freewheel and bottom bracket cup wrench.
  2. Cartridge bottom bracket tool.
  3. Hub cone spanner 13/14/15/16mm.
  4. Forged “O” spoke adjuster 10/11/12/13/14/15G.
  5. Cotterless crank tool.
  6. Freewheel remover.
  7. 8mm L handle + square nut.
  8. 3x tire levers.
  9. 7in1 folding tool 2/3/4/5/6mm, phillips and flat screwdriver.
  10. Chain rivet extractor.
  11. Phillips screwdriver.
  12. Tire patch repair kit.
  13. Open wrench 8/10mm.
  14. Cotterless crank remover.

What we like:

It can be returned within 30 days of its arrival.

It’s low cost (if you don’t already have the emergency kit).

4. BIKEHAND 15 pcs Bike Repair Tool Kit

BIKEHAND seller is based out of California USA; however the parts are made in Taiwan. The name is commonly seen among professional, higher quality bike kits. The tool set is made with carbon steel and high quality plastic tool construction for durability and strength. This can be used on the road or for at home repairs. You should be able to keep your bike in the best working condition, perform routine maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.

It is a 15 piece bike tool kit.

Includes:

  1. Chain rivet extractor (YC-325-p2) for 7-11 speed Shimano chain compatible.
  2. Extra pin folding tool (YC-262) 2/2.5/3/4/5/6/8mm, flat and phillips screwdriver.
  3. Tire patch kit (YC-123).
  4. Flat Screwdriver 3mm (YC-612).
  5. Flat 5mm/phillips screwdriver (YC-611).
  6. 8mm hex key wrench 1/2″ adaptor (YC-812LE).
  7. Freewheel and pedal wrench (YC-515).
  8. 15mm x 2, 11-speed cassette compatible freewheel tool with guide pin (YC-126-1A).
  9. Shimano cassette chain scrubber (YC-790).
  10. Hub spanner 13/14mm (YC-257A).
  11. Hub spanner 17/18mm (YC-257C).
  12. Tire lever set (YC-308).
  13. Spoke wrench (YC-1A).
  14. Chain hook 3.2/3.3/3/5mm (YC-207).

What we like:

2-year warranty; however it is non-returnable. USA storefront. Company name is mostly seen with professional kits.

5. Dover 77 Bike Repair Tool Kit

Dover 77 seller is based out of Texas USA; however the parts are imported. The tool set is made with carbon steel and high quality plastic tool construction for durability and strength. This can be used on the road or for at home repairs. You should be able to keep your bike in the best working condition, perform routine maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.

It is a 44 piece bike tool kit.

Includes:

  1. L-handle wrench.
  2. Cartridge bottom bracket tool.
  3. Adjustable wrench.
  4. Adjustable lock ring spanner.
  5. Pedal wrench 15/16mm, 16/17mm.
  6. Bottom bracket cup wrench.
  7. Forged spoke.
  8. Chain whip.
  9. Tire pressure measurement pen.
  10. Open end wrench 8/10mm.
  11. Tire repair kit.
  12. Freewheel remover tool.
  13. Chain rivet extractor.
  14. Headset spanner wrench 30/32mm, 36/40mm.
  15. Phillips/flat head screwdriver.
  16. Crank arm remover.

What we like:

It can be returned within 30 days of its arrival.

Seller is based out of the USA.

Conclusion:

Well, after going through these, if you are confused then you aren’t the only one.

Going through the pictures alone tells a good story. Personally, I’m not a fan of the multi-tools for something I’m going to have at home. For the road or portability I can understand having it, though.

The warranties make some difference; however, if you are buying the kit and going to put it to use right away then you should meet all of their requirements for use within their timeline.

If you are buying the bike repair kit for future use, then at a minimum check all the tools upon arrival. And, look at those with a longer warranty/guarantee period.

Are these bicycle repair kits not enough for your needs?

Do you feel like something is missing in these kits that you would like to have in a home garage or workshop tool set?

Then hop over to my article on Professional Bike Repair Kits and see what professional quality tool kits look like!

If not, ride safe and may the wind be at your back!

FAQ

What tools will I need to build a bike?

To build a bike, you’ll need basic tools like wrenches, screwdrivers, Allen keys, a chain tool, and tire levers. Specialized bike tools like a bottom bracket tool and a headset press might also be required.

What tools do I need for basic bike maintenance?

For basic bike maintenance, you’ll need wrenches, tire levers, a pump, chain lubricant, and a multi-tool with various functions like Allen keys and screwdrivers.

What are common bike tool sizes?

Common bike tool sizes include 4mm, 5mm, and 6mm Allen keys, 8mm and 10mm wrenches, and a chain breaker suitable for different chain widths.

Do bikes need lube?

Yes, bikes need lubrication to reduce friction and wear on moving parts. Apply appropriate bike-specific lubricant to the chain, derailleur pivots, and other components regularly.

What tools should I carry on my mountain bike?

On a mountain bike, it’s essential to carry a multi-tool, tire levers, a spare tube, a mini-pump or CO2 inflator, and a quick link for the chain. Additional tools depend on your bike’s specific components and trail conditions.

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