LAB-99-What things should you pack for a long motorcycle trip/ride? | Plus Tips & Tricks

Official Website: http://www.lawabidingbiker.com Podcast-There are so many things to think about before heading out for a long motorcycle trip.  It is important to pack key items, but not too many unnecessary items. And so, it becomes a delicate balance.  We all know how limited space can be when traveling on a motorcycle. That is also one of the reasons we love it so much. Pack what you can fit on your bike and ride into the sunset! Free your mind and soul!   This episode is spawned from an internet voicemail we received from audience member David Schwartz from Isreal. He is planning a long motorcycle ride here in the United States very soon and wanted to know what to pack. He wanted our thoughts, experience, and insight into packing for motorcycle trips and that's exactly what we give everyone in this podcast episode.   David Schwartz of Israel also mentioned how pleased he was with our Harley oil change and maintenance video. He has saved a ton of money doing his own oil changes and routine maintenance.   Harley Routine Maintenance & Oil Change Tutorial Video We dive deep into this topic and it will make you think for sure. You might even refine what you pack yourself. This episode was also a live broadcast and we had much input via audience participation over on our Live Page. We appreciate all the Patron Members of Law Abiding Biker™ Media in the live chat.   Being prepared for that long motorcycle trip is very important. We here at LAB Media have changed things throughout the years of riding from both good and bad experiences and we share it all with you. Not being properly prepared can make a trip miserable and take the fun out of it. What are you packing for your next motorcycle trip? Leave your thoughts and comments below this article.   Save this page, so you can use it as a reference in the future. We will be adding things over time and keep it up to date for you! 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(No additional cost to you)   Revzilla | Amazon | Chaparral Motorsports |Other Affiliates   List of Items to Pack for Your Motorcycle Trip:   Full Face Helmet Helps reduce rider fatigue substantially Resource: http://www.lawabidingbiker.com/schuberthc3 Keeps the sun from burning nose and face with tinted visor etc. Great for rain and cold weather Half or 3/4 helmet Make sure you have a protective face mask for rain or hail Rain hits your face like gravel Hail storm is even worse Have a good pair of riding goggles/glasses for these conditions Many bikers pack both a full face for the long day rides and a 1/2 or 3/4 helmet for shorter local rides Good riding glasses for wearing with 1/2 or 3/4 helmets A good thick riding jacket Resource: http://www.lawabidingbiker.com/harleyilluminationjacket Best to be water proof or water resistant Zip out liners are great Vents on jacket for different conditions is also nice You may wear a leather jacket instead If you wear a leather jacket then definitely make sure you have great rain gear (covered below) Leather vest for warmer rides or light riding jacket Chaps Resource for packing chaps, so they don't take up much room Chap Pack http://www.lawabidingbiker.com/chappack Good riding jeans or pants Riding gloves Good riding shirts Moisture wicking are great for hot days Sweatshirts and light jackets for layering (colder weather) Have several shirts to layer for cold weather riding Heated gear Resource for heated gear http://www.lawabidingbiker.com/firstgear Heated vest liner Heated pants (or heated seat) Resource for heated seat http://www.lawabidingbiker.com/harleyhammock Heated socks Heated gloves (or heated grips) Resource for installing heated grips on your Harley Davidson (you'll love them) http://www.lawabidingbiker.com/harleyheatedgrips Good quality Motorcycle Specific Rain Gear (Don't buy cheap regular everyday rain gear or you'll pay) http://www.lawabidingbiker.com/olympiaraingear Good quality Riding Travel Bag if no trunk Most sit over your passenger backrest and strap down Socks, underwear, shirts, pants, and shoes for around town if staying for several days at a location Resource for packing socks, shirt and underwear Clothes Pack http://www.lawabidingbiker.com/clothespack Hats & beanies Stocking hats-beanie (for cold conditions) Baseball hats (if you wear them) Toiletries Things such as toothbrush, shave kit, deodorant, etc Small travel size items can be purchased to save space Medications Any medications you take Ibuprofen etc for those headaches Good quality sunblock & chapstick Spray on type is most convenient for bikers Quick and easy to apply at stops Face sunblock sticks are great too Put on multiple coats of sunblock throughout the day Allergy/Emergency EpiPen as an example Allergic to bee stings as an example Other riders in group should know where you keep it for emergency application A small tool kit to fix minor issues A few small rags for fuel spills on gas tank etc Any cleaners & rags to wipe bugs off windshield etc Tents, sleeping bag, pillow etc if not staying in hotels Smartphone & necessary chargers Law Abiding Biker App installed To listen to podcasts while riding Access to the Law Abiding Biker website To search for things should a question arise GPS devices or physical maps Maps loaded and ready to go Resource for Harley Boom Box Infotainment System and integrated GPS Complete Tutorial Series Here http://www.lawabidingbiker.com/harleyboombox Extra bungee cords & motorcycle cargo type net For securing things to your motorcycle Extras, because they do break at times Emergency snacks & fluids In case long distance between food Or if you get held up in traffic jams or road closures I carry granola & almonds in saddlebag Several extra water bottles in saddlebags If riding in group Emergency contact number for spouses/family etc should something happens Any hotel confirmation or reservation info I keep it on my smartphone Possible Misc. Items Camera/still photography Video camera equipment Make sure you have a fresh oil change and safety maintenance has been done recently Get our #1 best selling Harley Davidson Routine Maintenance and Oil Change Tutorial Video Quick Tip and Tricks:   Pack lighter: You can pack lighter if you know where laundry services are at in a town you may be staying in Schedule to clean or for someone to clean your laundry while passing through You can pack much lighter this way and use clothes again Souveniers & Purchased Items: Remember that if you buy things on your trip to stop by UPS or USPS and have them shipped back home They will be there when you return home You don't have to pack them around this way and are not as limited on the amount of items you can purchase New Free Video:   Check Harley Davidson Secondary Belt Deflection/Tension New Patrons:   Tim Valdez of Arvada, CO Sabian Taylor of Smiths Station, AL Todd Lynn of Bakersfield, CA Patreon Biker Motorcycle Podcast   If you appreciate the content we put out and want to make sure it keeps on coming your way then become a Patron too! 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