TOOLKIT

This list is by no means exhaustive. It is just the stuff some of us take along. Feel free to add:

Must Takes

Toolkit (spanners size 8-19 + 22(for rear axle nuts)
Allen keys: 4, 5 &6mm (for front disc caliper to change pads)
Standard clothesline - 2/3 (the kind you'd buy for Rs 5-7) --> This is useful for towing another bike. It can be used to tie broken mudguards or loose tyre locks as well
Torch. Super important if you're travelling by night.
Chain and lock for the night halts.
Duplicate key - keep the ignition key separate from the other bunch
Padded jacket, preferably with body armor.
Waterproof travel pouch for cash
Waterproof bag for things like cellphone/MP3 player/documents/Cam
Gloves / Knee caps
Maps - I use the Lonely Planet 2001 ed. Eicher isnt bad either
Cigarette point - Connect on bike to enable cell charging in remote locations as well as air pump.
Electric air pump + Puncture kit (incl. tyre levers)
8"x4" wood board. To use under main/side stand on soft mud or sandy ground.
Rubber tube ~1 mtr long. To beg, borrow or steal petrol from some other vehicle.