Beginner adventure motorcycle camping gear

Embarking on an adventure motorcycle camping trip? 🏍️⛺ Don't hit the road without these essential gear and tips! In this video, Let's reveal the must-know items you wish you packed before setting off on your two-wheeled journey into the great outdoors.
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[@dennisreid4428]

Baby wipes are one of my essentials. Can't have a shower you guessed it baby wipe,need to clean something like clocks, the screen or seat, baby wipes.let them dry out,glasses cleaner.they do everything when riding

[@mauriceridesout]

+1

[@pigtash]

I always take 2 foil blankets 1 under my sleeping mat and 1 to put over my sleeping bag if get cold.Thay take no room up at all and are cheep

[@gdfggggg]

Are they effective?

[@saladrides]

I will be doing my First Motorcycle Camp end of this month! Informative video, thanks Saffy!

[@mauriceridesout]

Maybe consider a tarp n keep your tent closed as much as poss. I left mine open, went for a meal and spent the night removing earwigs! P.s if you are under a tarp and its pissing it down at least you can pack up in the dry with your waterproofs on.

[@Daytona2]

Bravo for avoiding the rip off brands, Saffy. I'm a backpacker and it's a huge problem in the industry as they've excluded so many people - making people feel inadequate. It pains me that so much heat is wasted by standard stoves. Heat Exchanger Stoves are a great idea. I couldn't afford a Jet Boil either. Non standard gas canister screws are a shocker!? 🤬 I sleep cold, too and have a -15C down bag bought for £140, that I love (rather than seasons use the normal, comfort, temperature ?) (ignore the extreme temperature for non emergency use, that's just to protect you from hypothermia) Fillings - Down = warmer & lighter, cold when wet, dries out slowly, higher price. Basically do not get down wet - keep it in a bin liner Synthetic = slightly less warm, slightly heavier, dries quicker, lower price. I've never heard of long water bottles - great idea for bike packing. Too heavy for backpacking tho - we exercise and have a hot drink.

[@MrVinnyh]

Long hot bottles on FleaBay at around £6 including postage!

[@garys4756]

The zip lock bags that are used for frozen peas are ideal too and we've all got at least one bag in the freezer 😂👍

[@user-ny7ig9yr8b]

Your video was very helpful as I am doing my first NC500 version off starting next weekend.I think I’ll take the plunge and invest in some of your recommended essentials So excited 📆

[@myronhorvathsk]

Hi from Canada, I just found you and subscribed Saffy! Good video also, especially for those just starting. I ride an Africa Twin AS so I do have room for a fair bit of gear. I have the Lone Rider Moto Tent also, it is expensive but it does work very well. The sleeping area is rated for 2 people, and would suffice for that, but very comfy for one person. I have never yet actually put my bike inside, but that area is great to put your gear you need and keep it handy. I use a BioLite stove and it works really well. I take a few pounds of wood pellets with me for it and they burn nice, never an issue getting it lit and you can also get some phone charging done with it while you make your food which is nice.

[@markmaguire3554]

I need a pannier review video. I can't decide.

[@johnguest7541]

Lomo are excellent, i have had a set for the past 5 years, out nearly every weekend, no problems at all and top loading also - 60 litres = £66.00 from Lomo off the internet, delivery free and came in around 3-4 days

[@razzledazzle8948]

You nailed it again young Sprocket. Big hello from N.ireland ❤

[@KnightRider1157]

Mattresses, air beds etc.vital for comfort and insulation from the ground. Maybe in part 2 😂 x

[@UltralightMotorcycleCamping]

I much prefer my Hennessy hammock for moto camping. If there are trees, I'm hanging. Tents are for ground dwellers. 🙂

[@colinm1325]

Tuesday Torque with Saffy is great, and how about, Super Saturday with Saffy? Great show and Tips. 👍👏🍻

[@markust8904]

i like the Zip lock bag idea, as i have been using them all the time for whatever reason. I have also utilize the packaging that is plastic and has a zipper opening when you buy pillowcases and such for bigger items. Maybee not 100% waterproof because of the zipper but works a charm.

[@annbullock7622]

It's nice to hear a good modern take on camping , I started back in 1976 , I learnt to KEEP DRY, KEEP WARM. 3 season sleeping bag in 3 heavy black bin bags , tent 3 or 4 man go for metal poles, on these go for midrange prices or special offers I've got a vango now mirage 300 for £ 86 . I found that motorcycle camping is the best for me I can stop when I what and not to have a particular place to get to at the end of the day.

[@ianthepelican2709]

Zip Lock bags for the win 100,000%. Plastic shopping bags as boot liners and for keeping the rain off your helmet when it is locked to the bike. Plus a few Sea-to-Summit bags one for clothing that doubles as a pillow the other for all the sundries. A really good range of tips Saffy. ❤

[@MrVinnyh]

Great advice Saffy, especially the last two!

[@dob1662]

I remember the ziplock bags from last time but I really should get one of the jet boil style kettle now you pointed out how efficient they are, thanks Saffy 😉🤩

[@johnimmins7302]

Some useful top tips Saffy, you have obviously pick up these ideas due to your travels and have learnt from these. 😊👍🏍

[@The_Arby]

You've come a long way in a short time Saffy...Love your videos and will continue to watch your adventures...The best of luck to you always and stay safe riding 🙂

[@alanbrown5593]

Ziplog bags, decent first aid kit. Next vlog on how you pack for a trip?

[@johnjenkins9202]

An old school use for Ziploc baggies is to blow them up full of air and then put them inside your jacket to add a layer and help keep you warmer when caught out in unexpected cold weather. I always carry extra sandwich bags and bigger freezer bags to stuff everything in just in case I get caught in the rain. For an added bonus freezer bags are big enough and tough enough that you can carry some water from the spigot to your campsite whenever you need to. Have fun and keep the rubberside down.

[@LoneLeeRider]

Fantastic video! Totally true about the sleeping bag - have to figure out what works for you. I use a summer bag only to about 5 below freezing. I'm a furnace.

[@Normanskie]

5 *'s, brilliant. The 7 Ps is a British Army adage for "Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents Pi$$ Poor Performance. There are 2 main distinctions in sleeping bags, 1) down sleeping bags, really lightweight, more expensive and keep you warmer, absolutely as good as a chocolate fire guard once wet, then 2) man made synthetic material, heavier and bulkier, but still pretty good when wet, also woman sleep 5 degrees colder than men due to men having muscle which produces more heat and keeps them a lot warmer. A good start for colder weather is a decent surplus British Army Arctic Sleeping bag (£30 to about £60), be careful you do not go for the lightweight as the heavier ones (2kg - 2.5kg) go down to MINUS 20 centigrade. When they say -20 that does not mean you will have a comfortable nights sleep, but only that you will be ALIVE the in the morning, maybe somewhat tired and a little cream krackered, but alive. The minus 20 are far overboard for summer as you would not even want to lay of one let alone envelope yourself. I did what Saffy Sprocket did in my younger days, two sleeping bags in winter, wasn't brilliant.

[@deangoodall7497]

😊❤love your office ❤😊 You are very happy 😊

[@rottieman347]

This video just shows, you're never too old to learn. Brilliant Saffy. Great money saving tips are always useful. Thank you

[@lawrenceblyth3478]

great advice . you have done it..... take the tips and be grateful

[@cliff1551]

I'm in the Yorkshire dales at the minute now ,nice weather to hot really 😀

[@mauriceridesout]

Good luck with the weather!

[@cliff1551]

@@mauriceridesout we are not made of soap are skins water tight ,I'm not a dry weather fairy ,just do it ,is my motto 👋🤠👍

[@mauriceridesout]

@@cliff1551 Eh? I prefer nice sunny days to wet ones but hey I'm with stupid😉 P.s I ran all through winter so deserve my hrs of sun. (If it rains so be it).

[@cliff1551]

@@mauriceridesout I'm not doing down this route ( a case of my dicks bigger than your dick ) I have what I have anything else I do not want ,plus I go with great ideas and the adventure tent and the ideas saffy has are good ideas so I'll go with them .

[@caldaemon]

Excellent tips! Thanks Saffy!

[@davidporter9131]

This a truly useful vlog Saffy! Well done.

[@user-zi6ku3io2q]

Excellent advice!

[@Jules750..]

Hi saffy a really informative and enjoyable vlog ❤❤

[@snackonevil]

Whoa! I was just reigniting my desire to motocamp and thought of you, and what do I find but a video on exactly what I was looking for! Thanks, Saffy

[@dominicwest9447]

What a fantastic video 👍

[@Nbxcortez]

I'd say the sleep mat is equally if not more important than the sleeping bag. If the sleeping mat or air bed has a low R value you're going to freeze if its cold. It'll be like sleeping on the freezing cold ground.

[@wobblysauce]

Sleeping bag ratings are based on a test rig, mat/pad of 4.0R or higher, and test mannequin in thermal top and bottom. If you want to sleep warmer, thermal socks, gloves, neckgater and a beanie are easy enough to bring along and most will have something like that for riding anyway.

[@flippinzippo9670]

This was a charming video

[@tnetroP]

Great video thank you. A to fit a decent sleeping bag is to look at army surplus bags.

[@cliff1551]

Saffron lass thankyou ❤ great vlogg

[@ewanburnett3956]

Thanks love some good advice for me anyway, I have never been on a tent of any kind , this year I am motorcycle camping over at the TT so been stressing about what I need and don't need haha

[@rockape1954]

Hi Saffy ... you can upgrade a sleeping bag by putting your summer bag inside your autumn bag!

[@user-yh9hm2zq9w]

Thank you saffy some of it was sleeping bag I use a military with a waterproof bag and iner liner only available in green

[@peterd.thomas6869]

Really enjoying your channel Saffy! Have you ever tried a Kelly Kettle? I wouldn’t be without mine - Never need to buy or search for fuel again! Great fun & adds to the ambiance of the camp! Love from motorcycle heaven - Southern Portugal 🇵🇹

[@skydart60]

Great vid as usual. You’ve got a good looking rig behind you too. What GPU have you? What’s your favourite game genre?

[@chalklesscrafts]

Really informative video! I don't know what part of the UK you're based out of, but would you ever consider a sprocket group ride or camp out?

[@Carsonktm420]

Because of videos like this, iv booked my cbt. But I had to postpone, broke my wrist on a motocross

[@expatbiker6598]

You can do cbt on an automatic scooter but allows you to ride any 125 cc bike after

[@eddiedrella7500]

Safrooon ❤. I like how you say "ho' woat''r boo'l" 😂

[@oliabid-price4517]

You should have given the smallest dimensions that the tents etc pack down to - this is one of the most important things to know when working out what you can physically pack on your particular bike.

[@andrewwhybrow5819]

I'll Bear that in mind about the sandwich bags.....😊

[@user-zx4tf8dl5i]

New specs? Looking good 😁

[@PokerMuppet]

Excellent video and I agree on most points... Not a fan of LoneRider as it's well known that 99% there is either a bike in it, or there will be. So I don't feel it offers the security mentioned. However, I can see that it can remove the obvious female element so I can see why you or other ladies may wish to hide their bikes. I use a cheapish Eurohike tent with a tarp on adventures where I have a base and on travels where I move on daily I use a Slumit Cub II flash tent. I've personally never had an issue just locking my bike up with my alarmed disc lock close to my tent but never close enough to fall on top of it, just in case. Good advice about the sleeping bag although you should have mentioned at the same time the importance of a quality sleeping mat or cot bed to insulate body heat. Massive props for the hot water bottle... I am like you... I am ALWAYS freezing so I treated myself to a plush bottle from The White Company. :D I also don't think I've heard any other female bike traveller ever mention the issue of getting her period before... As a man I have 100% respect for that. Great shout on the sandwich bags. For clothes I have small vacuum bags, also clear (plus a couple of spares) and I use a USB rechargeable mini air pump which can inflate or deflate sleeping mats and is ideal for sucking the air out of the vacuum bags and compacting my travel clothes. All the best for your adventures. Maybe see you at the Overland Event festival which returns Aug 2025??? I think you would love it.

[@markust8904]

So sad about the fear of theft issue, i guess the thought of thieves in the area you live must be a concern. glad I dont live there.

[@PokerMuppet]

@@markust8904 Who goes camping where they live?

[@mauriceridesout]

Have all my gear now and Himalayan rdy! Only thing I need to do is learn how to stick up a tarp and make sure my "footprint" is waterproof. I got the naturehike cloudup 3 n last year the footprint was damp in places. P.s the other tip Id recommend is make sure you close your tent at all times. In Shropshire at least Earwigs (20+) seem to love slighty damp motorbike gear and my tent. It was the stuff of nightmares at 1am!

[@SnowmanIkkaan]

Croatia, Cres, got info on the second day that Scorpions exist in Europe. Searched everywhere, looked in every shoe....and made sure that the tent stays closed from the on. Ewwww.

[@mauriceridesout]

@@SnowmanIkkaan Things like dark moist areas😂

[@officialwildcardadventures]

Military surplus stores often have a lot of durable camping gear too.

[@AbzScotland]

Do you think a bigger tent to may be a better way to persuade there is more than one in it? Also, the name of the side of the tent may be a bit of a give away? Great content as usual.

[@SaffySprocket]

Yes and yes! This is why I originally used the mototent when I had a pink motorbike

[@officialwildcardadventures]

Ride to Sturgis and then up to Banff Alberta with me Saffy! :)

[@officialwildcardadventures]

Campfire cooking all the way. :)

[@officialwildcardadventures]

less than $1500 Canadian for the whole trip. I'm sure we can find you a bike to ride. :)

[@starkey75]

How about a wild camping strategic location guide to stay inconspicuous with a motorbike,

[@seeul8rwaynekerr]

I take a petrol stove with me so you can fuel up from the same fuel as the bike.

[@cliff1551]

8:12 I use OEX gas boiler ,my jetboil nearly blew my hand off .

[@nigelevans5206]

great list of items, but I'd also add toilet paper

[@officialwildcardadventures]

Woh-a Boh-ul

[@FlipandTheBlueMule]

👋👋👍😎🤘❤️🌹🌹

[@UltralightMotorcycleCamping]

No tent. Tents are for unevolved ground dwellers. I much prefer a lay-flat hammock with mosquito netting and rain fly. There are many brands. I have the Hennessy 4-Season Explorer XL Zip. It's way more comfortable than sleeping on the ground. I'm in my 60s and I can't get a decent night's sleep lying on the ground, short of carrying a thick heavy bulky mattress.

[@SaffySprocket]

ahahahahahahah

[@brettisabeth3349]

Off the subject... man you have beautiful hair

[@timlubbers2884]

On ziplocks, I roll one days worth of clean clothes and put them in a single 1 gallon (4ltr ?) bag, reusable and orderly…

[@S.p.a.c.e.C.o.w.b.o.y]

Apparently, little screwed up balls of tinfoil inside your water bottle will extend the heat retention. :)

[@derbyshireruralrider9398]

Sounds like big issue is getting everything to fit on bike

[@kaspersergej]

I‘ve seen many videos on this topic. Wasted hours, as I could have just seen yours.

[@dondle2]

Some great tips, well done.

[@Yangvar]

There is one more thing I never would have thought of if I havent heared about it- you can get shampoo bars. As a person with long hair I find it real usefull, and feels better than regular soap bar.