Larger parts such as the bottom bracket and crankset will need to be torqued with a larger wrench. A 3/8" drive beam-type torque wrench will run about $30.
Smaller parts such as stem bolts, etc. will need a much smaller torque wrench, typically a 1/4" drive. The cheapest from Sears is $63.
After getting the wrenches you'll also need a selection of bits.
I've been using a 3/8" drive beam-type torque wrench for both applications....I think that as long as you are not working with Carbon fiber parts such as stems...you can get away with the relative markings on the beam-type torque wrench to set things right....I acknowledge that the markings are far courser for use with smaller torque values...but again...for use on non-carbon parts, I'm not overly concerned if I'm slightly over the stated threshold.
I use Sears click type torque wrenches, which cost more than $50 these days, but mine are over 20 years old. A good 3/8" drive micrometer type wrench is worth the extra money, especially if you get it tested and calibrated occasionally.
If you really want to know a torque setting you need a dial type wrench like Snap-On sells, or a digital load cell.
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