5 Tips for Long Distance Motorcycle Riding
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Long distance packing, 1 gallon freezer bags with ziploc. Each day individually rolled up(shirt, socks, underwear). Label each bag for each day (Tuesday, Tuesday 2, so one). Only stuff needs to come off the bike is tomorrow's clothes and toiletries. Clean out, dirty roughly rolled in. Easy to squeeze air out.
The last tip is great.
I took a 3,000 mile trip around the Ozarks and the southern states and ended up hitting an absolute monsoon in Atlanta Grid lock traffic. While sitting there,on the interstate, in the rain, I thought “how could this get any worse”. Then what looked like a tidal wave from the other side of the highway, turned out to be a semi truck that splashed water over the 6’ barrier and completely drenched me. I literally couldn’t believe it and started laughing to myself.
What a crazy and memorable trip that was!
lmao..You probably thought it was the end of the world with that "tidal wave"
This last advice is super super important. It took me some time to fully understand what this point was all about.
Just accept the fear of unknown and learn to live with it, or even turn this fear into something fun. Especially if you are planning on travelling alone.
You've crashed and scratched your brand new bike ? It's just plastic, it's just paint, and you'll fall again probably, As long as you are fine, just laugh at the situation, and pull up your bike.
It's raining ? Just stop, put your rain gear on, and keep riding, rain smells good.
You've forgot something at home ? You'll probably won't need it anyway. And if you really do, just go in a store and buy it (as long as it's not your motorcycle that you've forgot)
A caveat I would add to tip 1 is to complete all of your maintenance at least a week in advance, if possible. This gives you plenty of time to sus out any issues you may have missed or that were caused during the maintenance. Every single trip I've taken where I was completing the work just a day or so before left me worried I missed or forgot something.
nice!
more time the better honestly. 2 weeks ive found to be the sweet spot before any trip regardless of being in a car or on a bike.
Been riding since 1972: AAA all the way! I have minimal tools depending on which bike I am on, but always carry an air compressor, tire gauge and battery pack. Set your bike up for comfort-especially the seat. Use a real GPS with phone as backup. Take clothing that packs tight, like synthetic, vs bulky apparel. Wear ear protection or ear plugs/buds.
Tip #5 is the key. If you don't have that, stay on the porch. In the Marines I was stationed on Camp Lejeune, N. C. I got orders to MCAS El Toro, Ca. Got set and struck out on my bike. Best time ever.
“No good story ever came from sitting at home” excellent! Time to make that trip from DC to my class reunion in Fairfield California. Woo hoo!
Great advice! Starting with 50 miles is a good place to start.
Just done 189 miles in the rain to go camping and gotta do the return trip in a few days. The furthest I’ve gone in one go is 500 miles again in the rain gotta love British weather haha. Great advice especially for the building up the miles traveled, I was not prepared for how tiring it is to go 500miles haha
Did two 700 mile trips in one week. Three words, “carbon fiber helmet” 😂 cuz my neck hurts 😅 🪖
Thank you ! Take som pictures now and then, but most importantly - take in the sights!
Thank you so much for having this! My dad and I are going to drive a 1400 mile trip (there) to see my sister in a few days and I haven't gone more than like 100 miles in one day. These tips help so much! Well executed too!
my experience : i know a positive attitude will happen cause we all get geeked during the planning phase
BRO should be fun this weekend. First timer so it'll be a good test run for motocamping.
Very good advice,, I've been riding for 60+ years.... you gave the best advice I've heard in a long time...
"Positive mental attitude" 10000000% yes! The most memorable times were times when there was struggle and we came together to overcome. Great list!
Last tip is the BEST ONE! Loved this!! Long distance trips are the best. 💕
Thank you dude!! ❤
Hahaha I am a pack rat and always end up bringing so much extra stuff home. I also pack too much. 🤣 I’ve learned to bring 1000 bungees.
Just discovered your channel. Great advice. One thing....make sure your towing insurance will take you to a repair shop that can actually fix your motorcycle. AAA will tow you up to their limit, which may be only 25 miles. I'm not an insurance agent, but SafeCo motorcycle insurance is awesome, especially if you are an LDR.
A crescent wrench is what I carry for my axle nut. Great tips.
Good solid advice. You'r long distance videos was awsome. I'll go back and watch them again. Big thanks Olivia!!
might get some hate for this, but always also have a small jumper and/or battery, did a trip from NorCal all the way to Pensacola and when stopping over in Albuquerque on the way home , battery just quit on me and was glad i had an extra.
Excellent advice. Started watching your episodes yesterday. Liked and Subscribed.
yup, great video. tip #1 is a definite. plan on doing a couple of in state practice runs, just see what i need or don't. and i know what rain is all about. it sucks, but can be a lot of fun also. and last mental attitude, already started saying my goodbyes, so it won't be a shock to friends and family.
Tip number 5 is the best!
Great tips - definitely serviced/changed fluids/torqued before my recent 4000 mile trip and packed every tool needed to pull anything that could be serviced on the road. Flubbed on tip 2 (got colder in Glacier National Park than anticipated)
Great tips, I'm bout to take my first long trip to Fresno from Reno to visit my daughter. I have already ridden 100 miles round trip and it wasn't bad at all. I ain't gonna lie, I'm a lil' scared tho. Have a great week!!
Hope it went well!
@@lethargic_cow It went ok. I don't think I'll do that trip again, just too many slow moving traffic. Thanks for the reply!
awwww yissss those are some great tips! especially the gear tip and the POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE !!! one =D keep the video's rolin' in =D
I'm from Philippines but I can relate and love your tips! I'll be going Luzon loop here in the Philippines which is 1280km with my scooter on my birthday 😊😊😊😊
I was hoping on a little dance at the end 👍
Greetings from Brasil.I really bike your vedeos. I Always whatch it when I can.I have two bandits , great bikes
Thank you very much, I love my Bandits!
Tip #6 when looking at a map ride down any road that says Scenic Highway. You won't regret it !
A good thing for a L O N G trip is trip insurance. If something goes south with your trip or your bike, it will help cover some expenses. Check your policy to see what is offered.
Tip #5 is a good one. Thanks
Thank you for the video. Very helpful.
5 tips for long distance riding:
1. Prepare the bike, full service, fresh fluids, nuts and bills tight. Pack a tool kit. Subscribe to AAA.
2. Pack lightly, but, absolutely enough, shelter, sleep, wet weather, cold…and leave room for something forgotten.
3. Wear the right gear, specially for touring, not too hot or cold…not bulky.
4. Practice some long distance trials with gear try out.
5. Keep a positive mental attitude, no sniveling…be ready for bad weather, breakdowns, changed plans…
All awesome tips. Positive attitude should be #1. ;^)
I found out Tekton makes up to 24mm hex sockets in the 3/8" drive and I immediately jumped on that to be able to carry smaller tools to do my chain service on the road
Great video, lady. Love it.
Longest trips Ive done were only 2 to 4 hours. But what made those a lot less tireing were earplugs. I just got some cheapo touring ones from Alpine. I never expected it to make a big difference but its honestly night and day. This combined with my cheap Mornystar headset makes a 2 hour trip feel like 15 minutes, and thats on an old, cheap and not soo comfortable gs500e
Very good video! Thank you .
Good video and good tips!
thanks for the tips!
My biggest problem is monkey butt. After a couple hours I almost can’t sit down.
I have tried cycling shorts and expensive gel seats to no avail.
I am thinking one of those sheepskin covers might help. 🤔
When I went from Boston to Georgia the tools I packed was literally a roll of duct tape. This is literally how I picked my trip, there was something cool in GA I wanted to see so I set the date then packed in a bunch of shit to see on the way
You are far more brave than I 😂 I used to pack only zip ties. Now I can't imagine not bringing a tool roll!
Question about service .. how often would you flush brakes in a "cold" climate
Great question! Is the bike stored outside? How cold is “cold”? Is there a lot of moisture (rain/etc)? And how often is the bike ridden? Personally if I lived in colder wet weather I’d be changing it every season, especially if riding daily. So about every 3-4 months. Sounds like overkill but for my bikes it takes 20 minutes so better safe than sorry.
Nice!
Interesting video thanks for sharing
AAARRRRR’ANNYWAYYYY🤣🤣🤣 that made my day 👊👊
That fart at the end 🤣
Great video
Rock on =D
Yeah I got junk but it all ties in well
Thank you 🙏🏼
Where are you now?
I never carry a tool kit, no reason for it. No matter how many tools you bring you will never have the right tool to do the repair. So for me it's just added weight. With packing I use the rule " bring half as much as you think you need and bring twice as much money" Pretty easy
That's a dumb statement. Most bikes have a few special tool sizes that can fix stuff on your bike.
At least a tire patch kit. Sourcing tires will be a PITA
I’ve saved countless guys with the tools I carry, and I don’t carry a ton of them. Just essentials
That's complete bs. I could probably do an engine swap on my bike with a few Allen keys and some wrenches
Loooooooool
AAA? The AUTOMOBILE people?
Surely you mean AMA , the American MOTORCYCLE Association.
AMA has roadside and towing, and fights for motorcyclists rights every day in local, state , and fed government. It's quite possible you would already be sidelined by regulation and no available MC appropriate fuel by now without them.
Honda st1300 brake pads.
thank you i plan to go on a 642km road trip you motivated me
I just want to appreciate the watch you're wearing.
I gifted my mother the same one, same color.
I've worn a black one for 18 years.
Cheer lady.
Ride to more life and wisdom.
If you can't laugh at you, touring will not be fun!
😂😂😂pack some clean underwear and go on a trip
Start out with a shitty attitude, things will undoubtedly start to look up.