Everyone should go on a motorcycle road trip at least once in their life. Motorbike road trips are exciting and being alone on the road can help you in other areas of your life by helping you relax, recharge and refresh, as you have very little to worry about while on the trip. To ensure you have a successful first motorbike road trip, we have put together a list of tips to help you out.
Choose The Right Gear
Check out this site for choosing the right gear to ensure both safety and comfort on a motorcycle during road trip. Always wear a helmet, riding boots, comfortable riding pants, a t-shirt, and a jacket, preferably a high-visibility one. Baggy gear can become uncomfortable after a few hours of riding, so it's important to wear fitting, comfortable gear.
Choose the Motorcycle Wisely
Comfort is one of the first things you should check when choosing a motorbike for a road trip. You will be on the bike for long hours and the trip can get uncomfortable after a few hours if you do not choose a comfortable bike. Do note that you can always make a few adjustments to the motorbike to make it more comfortable.
Next, you need a bike that will go the distance and handle all the different conditions you will face on your road trip. Motorbike manufacturers have adventure motorcycles if you would like to take a bike on the road. Suzuki, for example, has an adventure line of motorcycles that are both comfortable and that can be fitted with different accessories to make your road trip better. You can always talk to a Suzuki dealer about the adventure line-up to choose a motorbike for your next adventure.
Pack Lightly
A common mistake first-timers make is carrying too much stuff. Carrying too much stuff makes your bike heavier (which increases fuel consumption) and increases your aerodynamic drag, especially if you have luggage fixed on the sides of the motorbike.
To reduce weight, carry disposable stuff, water sachets instead of bottles, and only a few changes of clothes.
Take Occasional Breaks
Although you might be tempted to keep riding for hours on end, it is important that you take a break every few hours or so. Sitting for a long time will cause saddle sores and when you start feeling some aches and pains, it is time to take a break.
Not taking enough breaks can also cause the trip to take longer, which will frustrate you and negate the positive effects of taking the trip in the first place. Taking breaks also gives you time to rehydrate, fill up the tank and check the bike to ensure it can keep going, so you are not left stranded in the middle of nowhere.
While going on a motorbike road trip is exciting and has lots of positive benefits, proper planning is required if you would like the trip to be successful. A critical step is choosing the right bike and having an expert check it out to ensure it is ready for the long trip.
