ORIGINAL: thirdgenlxi

^^^ 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!

ORIGINAL: rangerscott




You masterbate that many times?

ORIGINAL: voodoochyl

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