Thanks bro, I'll PM Thirdgen. What kind of tank bad do you have, I guess I could do one for the small things.

 

I'm rockin' this sweet *** bag (rides waysmaller than it looks):



Here is a link to where I got it. Great customer service, great price, and if you are in Washington state, you should get it in a couple of days ground deliverey (free)because they are out of Oregon (I believe).

Motosport

 

#1. Some way to keep check on the weather. It way be hard to go that far and have the right clothing. One day could be nice 70 degree weather, then the next could be a cold front 30 degree or even rain. You're gonna have to time this trip.

#2. Clothing: As said in #1, make sure you have the right clothing. Gloves are the most important piece of clothing for warmth in my mind. I dont mind my body getting a little chill, but I cant stand cold hands.

#3. Entertainment: Music music music. I cant stand not to be without music. Hell, I'll sometimes play a movie on my mp3/mp4 player since I pretty much have them memorized. Tank bags with the plastic map top come in handy here. As long as its not hot weather (it'll cook your mp3 player from the UV rays) you can access it easily.

#4. Cruise control: Yes, I know a cheap cruise control. Go to a lumber/home improvement store and go to the circular saw blades. On some of them there will be a rubber strip covering the teeth. Take a couple of them. You can wrap it between your rubber throttle handle and it will hold it. NOT TOO TIGHT. You still want to be able to move the throttle so you can slow down/speed up.

#5. Water/food: Pretty much sums it up. Even if its cold still bring water. You can still dehydrate. Food would be dry things like beef jerky, candy, cookies, etc. Of course you can stop at a gas station/resturant any time.

#6. Money: Bring enough cash so just incase a credit/dept card machine is unaccesable or you accidently drop it on those de-magnetic things at cashiers desks. Yes it happens. Have it in your wallet, boot, and somewhere on your bike. I know that sounds dumb, but it works.

#7. Spare key: Sure would suck to loose you ignition/gas cap key/s. Keep a spare in your back pack.

#8. Cigeratte Charger outlet: I bought one at walmart. Has the two "eye" connectors to put on the battery and has a disconnect half way thru the cord. If you have a car charger for you mp3 player this would be good so you have tunes.

#9. Spare fuses: What a ****ty way to be stuck on the side of the road cause you blew a fuse. If you have a Harbor Freight, they have a box of assortment usually on sale for $3.

#10. Tire flat fix: Man!!! Another ****ty way to be stuck on the side of the road. A vulcanize plug kit and a CO2 kit works wonders.

#11. Before leaving make sure you oil is good (change if needed), coolant, chain is cleaned/lubed, tire pressure is good, and everything works on the bike.

 

A24 pack of condoms.

 

J/W, why are you going to PC, FL? Thats where I am from.

 

You masterbate that many times?

 

^^^ Pretty much sums it up

Trust me though... on a long trip, you WILL want a tankbag. It makes it soooo much more convienient for the stuff you use often. Maps, water, snacks, extra visor/sunglasses, wallet/keys, pens and paper, gas reciepts, eyedrops/lotions, earplugs if you use them, the list goes on..... all stuff that you can have readily available without having to unpack all your stuff off the back. When I travel with luggage I like to strap everything to the back in the morning, and not have to touch it until I stop at the end of the day... it's too much of a hassle fighting with the cargo net and bungee cords to have to keep taking it off and putting it back on. Believe me, tankbag = lifesaver!

I've learned after a few trips to pack light. First couple trips I went on I packed waaaay too much stuff, and alot of it really wasn't necessary, and just ends up getting in the way and being a hassle. Only bring a few changes of clothes, you can wash them along the way. Depending on the weather, bring something so you can dress accordingly for every temp, and don't forget the rainsuit! lol. A small collection of tools, tire pressure gauge and a tire plug kit. The CO2 is nice or if you have a 12v plug they make a real small air pump too. WD40 and a couple rags or paper towels (I got the little travel roll of paper towels at wally world), and chain lube.

Bring all your chargers (cell phone, Ipod, ect) cuz you always want to at least keep your phone fully charged incase something happens. It's also not a bad idea to make out an I.C.E card (in case of emergency), with your emergency contact info, as well as your own info. Don't forget lots of maps!!! Also a good idea to write down a few phone numbers just incase you lose your phone somewhere

I always go at a nice steady easy pace, and stop every 100 miles for fuel and a short break. Helps keep you from getting super fatigued and sore right away. Hauling *** will fatigue you in no time, and mental fatigue is a BITCH! I usually stick to about 80 mph if I must go superslab, and of course slower if I'm on regular roads

Other than that, just make sure the bike is in good mechanical condition... chain and sprockets are in good shape with no kinks and it's not stretched out, and adjusted properly.... tires and brakes are in good shape, all fluids, ect. An extra headlight bulb isn't a bad idea. Don't forget the camera, and take LOTS of pics then post them here for all of us to see

I can't think of anything else right now, but I am pretty tired so I'm sure I'm forgetting something. Maybe it'll come to me in the morning, lol

When the time comes, I hope you have a great trip!

 

Walmart sells a black BELL tank bag. I use it and it works great. Has four strap downs to make it smaller when you dont have a lot in it and has the clear plastic top for maps.

 

IF yo are buying a GSX-r 1k- seriously plan on getting an aftermarket seat BEFORE the drive. I borrowed my friends and I couldn't go more than 2 hours without stopping. The seat is softer, but it hurts! The suspension on the GSXR is softer which might be better for a longer trip. I would take my CBR1k seat & suspension over the GSXR any day!

I think a cruise control would help any wrist fatigue. I definately reccommend an MP3 player and I would also invest in a GPS (I own a MIO brand- works great and its cheap)

 

Damn dude I wish I would have known, I just moved up from santa rosa beach. And now I'm going back trying to salvage things with the GF