How To Go Motorcycle Camping | Moto Camping 101 with Moto Camp Nerd

[@ISPhotographic]

Something that has worked for ten years and many nights for me - cut a “normal” bedroom pillow in half (you have to sew the cut side of each half closed). Now you have very easy to pack pillows that will feel nearly as good as your normal pillow at home. Also, don’t gloss over the R value of your pad if you’re going to camp into late fall or early winter or early spring. Get set up for cold riding and camping, it’s the best. Way fewer people and roads are more empty too.

[@DorkintheRoad]

This is so comprehensive. Very good video and very well-produced. Impressive.

[@MotoCampNerd]

My wife says thank you since she played producer for most of these takes

[@momorider7056]

@@MotoCampNerd well then is Hollywood ready awesome job

[@MotoCampNerd]

@@momorider7056 😂Probably not worthy, but that's ok as long as the content is good enough for all the moto campers out there😁

[@CuriousGoose]

@@MotoCampNerd I haven't even watched the video yet but subscribed because Dork said it was good 👍

[@MotoCampNerd]

@@CuriousGoose Thanks for coming over to subscribe! We've been a little busy with the store but will start putting out new videos soon!

[@Liberty4Ever]

Great general introduction to motorcycle camping. I love that you guys are curating camping equipment specifically for motorcycle camping. Best of luck with your business. I've enjoyed ultralight camping since the mid 70s, and the equipment just keeps getting better! I'm gearing up for ultralight solo dispersed camping and I'm finding new and improved versions of equipment that I previously used when hiking, mountain biking and kayaking.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you so much! Coming from the 70s, it sounds like you're a very seasoned camper so we appreciate the compliments. I bet its awesome for you seeing the evolution of ultralight and backpacking gear.

[@nickmcclellan8856]

My 70ltr motorcycle waterproof bag comes with a semi soft rectangular base for internal protection. I used the shape to make a 2mm thick aluminium plate. I use it as a table accross my saddle bags. It provides a large cooking and eating area. Very useful😊

[@MotoCampNerd]

That's brilliant! ***Starts measuring all flat surfaces on motorcycle luggage***

[@wingandhog]

Great idea

[@richardvalitalo3670]

It's easier than lugging everything up to a hotel room.(in good weather) well done.

[@msims1250]

Great video! My wife and I haven’t started motocamping yet, but we’re getting into the planning phase. Thanks for your insights.

[@MotoCampNerd]

You're welcome! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

[@markjacobs6294]

Marchway camp cot. Game changer for $70. A bit bigger and heavier but worth it to get a good night's sleep. I cut weight and size in other areas, never again with sleep systems.

[@dmelson7502]

I did Maryland to Oregon and back on a Bonneville black very much like yours. it's like riding a work of art.

[@shawngreenwood7288]

Big fan of Amanda, dork, and Tim. Tanks for info. Love your bike.

[@DorkintheRoad]

Damn dude, this is blowing up. Well done and well deserved!

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks man! I have my awesome ambassadors, friends, followers, and customers to thank for supporting us and spreading the word!

[@brillbillbo]

some waterproof sandals are useful in the showers to avoid Verrucas. also if you want to paddle in the rivers streams and seas to avoid sharp rocks.

[@rodhoover9158]

Outstanding! Thank you!

[@anneli1735]

Sleeping in a hammock even at home since years as a side sleeper there are no issues like mentioned in this video. Even turning on my belly is none of an issue. No back problems anymore since! 😉 Just know how: need to find that diagonal position: left side = head to the left, feet to the right and v.v. and NO pillow! Add sleeping bag or top quilt and definitely an underquilt for all temperatures below 20°C overnight! Setting up tarp and hammock is possible anywhere even when trees are missing (or use not allowed). Use of two collapsible poles will help out. There are lots of yt vids out there about setting up how 😉 This gear combination saves a lot of weight/space compared to tenting and dispenses of finding even ground ☺️

[@tomasguerrero9622]

Very, very well made and you really do cover all important aspects of camping and moto camping. Cheers

[@cubgsan]

Good day to you! I am a HONDA Cross Cub senior rider from Japan. Enjoying camping and touring and upload video. This is so nice video! Awesome! Have a nice day my friend!

[@kam2894]

love Japan from America ❤️

[@grominwithrob1339]

I’ve been building camping gear. I’ve camped my entire life but I’ve always dreamed of bike camping. I finally bought my first bike. I wanted a Honda Monkey, but could only find a Grom. Needless to say, the pack out needs to be weight and size cautious. I pretty much have the gear and can fit it into my back pack bag but think I am going to install a T-Rex racing luggage box set so I don’t have to bare the weight on my back. I’ve modded out the mini bike so I can go over 70 so it is plenty enough power to cruise at 55mph on all the country roads. I have my first couple trips laid out, I just need to commit to a date.

[@MotoCampNerd]

That sounds awesome! Check out Dork in the Road and his offroad Grom build he did and went moto camping. Definitely a capable machine! Have fun and ride safe!

[@MichaelCalvey]

Nice video! I'm a fairly experienced motorcycle camper but always looking for ways to improve and enhance my moto-camping experiences. Lots of good tips in this video.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks! Good to hear that feedback from an experienced camper!

[@TwoWheeledDreamer]

Great info here… for me, I think it’s worth sacrificing other space in my set up to make room for a normal pillow. It’s the difference between sleeping and not for me! 😊

[@gazoutdoors7525]

great video for begginers

[@myronhorvathsk]

Hey, this was a good video with what gear you use for someone starting out. I found your channel thanks to Dork In The Road. Last summer I bought Lone Rider's big Moto tent. Yes, it's big compared to many and it weighs 18 lbs. I do like that it has the garage area where you can sit in the event of rainy days and you're not stuck inside the sleeping area, plus you can get your bike in there to do some maintenance or repairs out of the weather if needed. I decided to try a BioLite camp stove and it comes with a kettle and coffee press setup which works well. I use wood pellets in mine because they are easy to carry from home and burn well. I can make my coffee and make a freeze dried meal using one cup of pellets which I thought ain't bad really. And compared to a liquid fuel stove if you happed to get a leak it won't contaminate anything on you. Also it will charge your phone if needed and has a light on it powered off its battery which is handy if it gets dark on you.

[@emfl4437]

Great video, I need to go through my gear. See what is working and what needs to be replaced.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks! Tis the season for getting everything ready to roll!

[@grits_taste_good415]

Awesome quality video

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you!

[@noeljbosco]

Thanks Ben!

[@inea815]

awesome video, thank you for sharing. most needed video to prepare for my first moto camping

[@Crittermoto]

Excellent video. I think I’d refer to myself as a “comfort-a-list”. I’ll bring what ever I need to be comfortable 👍🏻

[@MotoCampNerd]

Ditto! I keep telling everyone you want to sleep the best you can while camping because it will suck riding all day and being tired from lack of sleep.

[@armyretiredcsm7862]

Best video on motorcycle camping I have found, ty!

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks! Be sure to check out our store and get your military discount

[@onerider808]

I like traveling light and camping simple, sleeping on the ground next to my bike, under the stars if possible.

[@regnar19881]

Thanks for the video! Just looked at your website- looks like something I can actually use

[@MotoCampNerd]

Awesome and thank you for watching. If you ever have any questions on gear feel free to call the store and we will help you out. We are moving into our store this month so if we don't answer just leave a message and we will get back to ya.

[@ChrisHardwickanimaladventures]

My most important gear is my heated vest, heated gloves, heated long johns, and heated socks.

[@479_adv]

Really great video. I have used military surplus for most of my camping and since getting into ADV riding, I am always looking for better ways to do it than what Uncle Same taught me.

[@LonerBoi88883]

Hell ya brother!

[@DorkintheRoad]

Damn, dude. Your beard is on point. Impressive.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks!

[@shaneandjen]

Recently subscribed to your channel as well. Like your sense of humor

[@MotoCampNerd]

@@shaneandjen Thanks!

[@40spokes99]

Very nice video. On the pillow front I take a cheap synthetic Walmart pillow, around $7.00, and stick it in compression sack. I've used all kinds of camping pillows from cheap to pricey and for me none of them were comfortable. Only drawback is size. Even compressed the pillow will take up more room but I think its a worthwhile trade off.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Might have to try that to see how compact I can get a pillow to go.

[@MotoCampNerd]

And you're right, if you want comfort, you're going to sacrifice size and weight for various items.

[@40spokes99]

@@MotoCampNerd 10L sea to summit sack s what I used, managed to squish it right down.

[@JMERCHRIDES]

Nice job 👍 excellent video and informative. Keep up the great work

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you!😁

[@crash5309]

Just acme across your vid...very cool....good tips for over the road.....now gotta check out your other vids...rubber down man

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks! Glad to have you here. Check out the videos and feel free to call, email, or message if you have any questions on gear.

[@fourpointsfestival8769]

Greetings from Four Points Festival and myself Justyn - great video!!

[@Zerotys_ADV]

Excellent all around!

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you so much!

[@jps8941]

I've been riding motorcycle for 3 years now and doing as much camping as I possibly can. This year I'm trying to get it all into one duffel bag and a knapsack for carry on. The system is one duffel bag with smaller bags inside that hold everything it's 55 liters. inside will be four smaller bags it'll carry everything and food can go in the middle. It'll be for unlimited camping as long as I keep buying food. As I continue to experiment and upgrade most of my gear is on the cheaper side I don't want to spend the big money on a piece of equipment find out it's useless. I plan to use pacsafe this year so when I go shopping I don't have to worry about anything. Also I take a bike cover because if I have to leave some gear underneath the cover like my jacket or boots I can keep them covered and there be safe. I enjoyed your video I also like your bike my bike is the same size I don't like running saddlebags on it so it's nice to see someone else using a similar bike instead of the big adventure bikes.

[@Liberty4Ever]

I have a 55 liter waterproof roll top backpack, and I'm going to try to pack everything into it and carry it on the pillion for ultralight solo dispersed camping. I like ultralight camping and I like to keep things as simple, fast and easy as possible. It should work. I carry more food when hiking, so I'll resupply more often on the motorcycle (and won't need as many calories and will eat on the road some) so I can trade the extra food for the mitorcycle toolkit.

[@jps8941]

@@Liberty4Ever good luck to you sounds like you got everything worked out I'm sure you'll have an amazing time

[@MrBokertov]

Very nice Triumph there in the background!

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you!

[@HarleyGurl114]

Awesome tips! Thank you for sharing. Good Luck with your business.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@Shamus3]

Just started to try my hand at moto camping. Thanks for the great tips.

[@MotoCampNerd]

You're welcome! Thanks for joining us!

[@CarolinaKambo]

Would be down to Moro Camp with you guys sometime. In 28139 here.

[@thespeedofchillax]

My.number one piece advice is take a tent that you can stand up inside of ... I use a straight walled 4 person cabin tent for this very reason and also, it is so nice that at the end of a day riding, you have somewhere to hang out and kick it and take care of whatever you need to do with a decent amount of privacy. This becomes especially nice when motocamping because unlike car camping we dont have the advantage of inside the car privacy. Having a standing room tent is absolutely a must for me anymore, once you try it, you wont look back, my money is on that happening anyways ...

[@MotoCampNerd]

Good for those who are looking to really kick back or have a nice hang out in baf weather but for riders who are wanting a fast and light setup, they will sacrifice the standing room for small and light pack. Neither way is better than the other since everyone rides their own ride and should pack what they feel works best for their way of riding and camping. 🤘🤓

[@larrypeplinski593]

I'm a moto glamper since I pull a trailer. I noticed you didn’t mention any sort of cooler.

[@PMobray]

Dork sent me. Great video, very informative.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you! Glad you're here! Welcome to the Moto Camp Nerd family!

[@conniewaite1996]

Gonna start jeep camping,and sleeping inside the jeep.gotten too old for tent ground sleeping. But alot of my gear could be used on my scooter,250cc.think I will tweak my gear and give it a try.will follow your website for more info.thanks!

[@billstapleton8833]

A very through rundown on camping

[@clivedodunski5017]

Great Vid, I’ll definitely get some sea to summit gear & dry bags. What a great option of motorcycle only camp grounds. We don’t have that here in New Zealand 🇳🇿. Thanks very informative 👍🏻😀

[@firesail6707]

Very concise, to the point with good tips. Thank you.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks, I tried not to be too wordy and lengthy with so much to cover.

[@MotocampingMutt]

Id love one of those Diamond Park bags... can I find one in the UK... can I heck lol

[@DMjourneys]

Great video, I normally pack as light as I can and only use freeze dried meals. But I'm starting to change that after seeing Magpie's kitchen and cooking ideas videos. I just bought some cook wear from your store (woot!) so looking forward to trying it out in June! Also, I have a T100 and your hard cases are dope. Where did you get them?

[@MotoCampNerd]

Awesome! Thank you for the support! She's super thurough in her video and it's a perfect resource to build a style of camp cooking that works for you. I've got the Givi Dolomiti 30L cases. I ordered them through the dealer when I got the bike.

[@DMjourneys]

@@MotoCampNerd Great, thank you!

[@teisotunyi3776]

Thank you for those simple and helpful tips 😊 👍

[@MotoCampNerd]

You're welcome!

[@RC44E]

Very in-depth breakdown. I've ridden coast to coast across Canada. I'm a big fan of just riding to the nearest mom and pa restaurant. And having them make me breakfast. After sleeping on the ground it's nice to have a meal made by a pro. I will add once you go sleeping cot you can never go back to a air mat.

[@MotoCampNerd]

What's your experience with the cot vs a well insulated air mattress for colder weather since you would have air flow under the cot?

[@MotoCampNerd]

I'm completely guilty of hitting the diner after a night in the woods.

[@RC44E]

@@MotoCampNerd well on my 1st trip east and west I just used the same "typical" economy self inflating car camping mattress. With a economy foam pad under it. Rolled up it all the real estate on my pillian seat. It wasn't pretty. But whether in the rocky mountains, the Appalachians or Newfoundland Gros Morne Provincial Park I was never cold. On my return trip to Newfoundland I bought the Knock off thermarest ringed cot. I never felt any air chill under me. That trip was taken the first week of July. But the nights in NFLD were crisp. I since bought a knock off helinox cot. But havent taken it on a moto camping trip. I only bought it for the more simplicity of setting it up.

[@MotoCampNerd]

@@RC44E Thanks for the feedback!

[@jimeckenrode1271]

All good information. I like your Triumph

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks! And thanks for watching!

[@Accurize2]

Great video! Keep it up and you’re channel will most definitely explode! 👍

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks! I appreciate that! We will keep kicking out videos as much as we can!

[@Motoramblings]

Excellent video, great tips! I have actually moved up to an air mattress, my back just couldn't take it. I do need a pillow! The long spoon is a great idea...... We need to plan a weekend camping trip this summer, off the Parkway maybe.... You can laugh at my set up, or do a video of what to do VS what not to do!! LOL

[@MotoCampNerd]

Absolutely! I'll let you know when we plan on heading up to your neck of the woods.

[@MotoCampNerd]

I'll hold my laughter and won't judge. 😁 Everyone's setup is different and so is everyone's budget. So work with what you got! 😀

[@Crumb_Trails]

Great video! You've got a new subscription

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks man! Welcome to the Moto Camp Nerd family!

[@spellerlittlewing]

Excellent video Yes I love the collapsible gear

[@TrackOurJourney]

Great camping tips! Subscribed👍

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks! It's greatly appreciated!

[@ricardoneto7789]

Very thorough video 👍

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks! There is so much to cover and this only scratches the surface!

[@BlackThor15]

Great video, great tips and great bike on the back too!! 👍👍

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you very much!

[@wheelspin1000]

Great Video! I had to login just to give you a thumbs up! I've watched MANY motorcycle camping related videos and your attention to details and simplicity is awesome and first rate - thanks!

[@MotoCampNerd]

Awesome! I'm glad you liked it. Thank you!

[@HankHill757]

Do a video on power supplies for camping that will power a CPAP.

[@1markymark1]

Very Good Job Nerd 👍👍👍

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you! 😁

[@fb510m]

how to you pack all that stuff on the bike?

[@MotoCampNerd]

Guess it's time to make a packing video. Usually one pannier is my sleep system, the other has clothes and the top trunk has kitchen stuff, food and accessories.

[@paulbarker5635]

Thanks, good info..

[@kdstoffel7574]

Good info. Well presented. I checked out some of your other vids and I like your style. Subbed.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you! I'm still finding my groove and style for videos so I'm glad you enjoyed them.

[@DiegoAstorga]

Top brands there❗If you want to have a great time camping, you better go well geared up❗👍👍👍

[@MotoCampNerd]

Exactly! Even if you're camping in the summer, you'll want a good sleeping setup to keep you sleeping all night long.

[@jindoekful]

Thank you

[@GwenMotoGirl]

Amanda sent me. I subscribed.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you for the support!

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

Nice bike fella, great review. Hi from the UK 🇬🇧

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks!

[@soilsmanadv6673]

well sorted and presented..come out west and lets camp

[@MotoCampNerd]

Will do! It will be fun to make a tour of the country and go camping with a bunch of our followers and customers!

[@hardworkingamerican8847]

I forgot to order Rock straps , thanks for the reminder . Definitely bringing at least one fishing rod but what to do when riding alone ? Can't really walk out of sight of my bike with everything I need on it . I have soft luggage and it would be easy to rip off anything in it . Just have to see how it goes and not be careless .

[@MotoCampNerd]

I personally have a hard bags BUT know several people who use soft and leave their bike without a problem. As The Magpie Flies (Amanda) just did a video about soft luggage and mentioned just being smart about where you put your stuff and where you park. Most people look at the bags and won't be able to figure out how to open the roll tops, let alone find something valuable.

[@larrybellucci4708]

Great job. Just subscribed to your channel.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you for watching and welcome to the Moto Camp Nerd community!

[@fredmalone798]

Very comprehensive job Ben, Love the T120. Would show you my T120 load-out, but can’t attach pics to comments. At lease I don’t know now. Are you running standard Barkbusters that attach at the ends and to the bars? Or the ones that only attach to the bar ends?

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you! I had picked up a universal set of barkbusters and changed the handlebars to LSL flat tracker bars, made custom threaded inserts and messed with various brackets to make it all work.

[@fredmalone798]

@@MotoCampNerdWow, sounds like work. I got the up1 & back1 risers, but plan to upgrade the bars. Thinking 6” over stock like “chumps” they are just below mini-ape’s in size. It will involve longer clutch and front brake cable, and most like wire extension. Will be a big project.

[@bikelllangello5926]

Excellent video.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you!

[@MalamaoTim]

I really enjoyed your video!! Somebody probably already asked this, but where can I purchase the snug pack essential wash pack and towels? I found a ton of places, but I wasn't sure about the size you had. I'm going on my first big adventure this summer on my mighty Kawasaki Verses X 300!

[@MotoCampNerd]

Check out our store > motocampnerd.com/products/snugpak-essential-washbag?_pos=1&_sid=c31d8bdc9&_ss=r

[@MotoCampNerd]

Here's a link for the towels we carry as well motocampnerd.com/search?type=product&options%5Bprefix%5D=last&options%5Bunavailable_products%5D=last&q=towel

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you for watching! If you ever have questions about gear you can call, email, or message us. The store number is 336-422-7807

[@dalehawkes1698]

Great video this will help a lot 👍🏍🎉🏕

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks for watching

[@weaklinkoperator]

Great video, thank you! Subscribed.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you! Welcome to the community!

[@GlobalWalkabout]

Hey mate, a good, informative video.. (however I did find that the audio was really low so I had to turn the speakers up a long way). As for how I camp, I usually have my big agnes tent with me, but I've also started carrying my hammock now and find that for a quick overnight camp when the weather is right, the hammock is ideal. Oh, I've even managed to wake up finding myself side sleeping, haha. Weird right?

[@MotoCampNerd]

Awesome! Hammocks and Big Agnes tents pack so small you can justify having both in case the time and place it right! Thanks for the info about the audio, still a learning process! 👍

[@GlobalWalkabout]

@@MotoCampNerd oh I know, right.. Trying to get everything right can sometimes take as much time as the rest of the editing 😂 I'm still learning too.. But I think I'm getting better. I've actually used my hammock way more than the tent. I just spent 4 weeks away and didn't even take the tent out of my panniers. But yeah, it's a good idea to have both so you've got more options.

[@Seektruth-59]

Simple, get ultralight camp hiking gear and pack it in a waterproof bag strapped on your motorcycle.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Not exactly. It depends on the rider and what they need. Yes backpacking and bikepacking gear work great for moto camping but someone riding a 1250gs doesn't need to count grams with Ultralight gear. The riders focus tends to be more on space saving than weight saving. There's a balance for each individual person and we make sure to help everyone pick out the gear that's right for them.

[@Seektruth-59]

@@MotoCampNerd most, not all of the time, the lightest is the smallest but agree in that I have a thermarest treo camp chair that takes up almost 1/2 the physical space but is not nearly as light as the Helinox chair.

[@aa7jc]

excellent!

[@MotoCampNerd]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@leclereandre1691]

good and practical advice ;-)

[@agventures1001]

Thanks for the info👍🏻

[@MotoCampNerd]

Anytime! 🤘🤓

[@redman2751]

Hey are you in NC? I’m down in Wilmington myself. Been looking at the BMW GS1250. I usually camp up in the NC mountains or in VA.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Oh awesome! Yeah, we are in High Point NC. I have a 1250GS now and love it.

[@2wheelsandatent]

Hey hey, good stuff! Free standing tent for sure and yes 1 more p tent than you have ! I’m going to have to try the ionosphere just for fun :) Great info I am heading out fir my first trip this year in a day or so! Keep up the great work!

[@MotoCampNerd]

Also looking into getting the stratosphere for those who want more of a bivy

[@2wheelsandatent]

@@MotoCampNerd nice, I am planning to do a very minimalistic camp video with lightest smallest stuff I can find. Just for fun really and to show others what is possible even though minimalistic is usually not the most comfortable it is always fun to experiment right?

[@MotoCampNerd]

@@2wheelsandatent Of course! Good to see different styles and ways that work for different people. Will keep an eye out for that video!

[@2wheelsandatent]

@@MotoCampNerd awesome! And again keep up the fantastic work I love how “on fire” you are I’m seeing your logo everywhere ... so cool!

[@wereeves]

Great video. Btw - dork-in-the-road sent me!

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks for joining us! Congrats on your win from Dork in the Road's live stream!

[@MotoCampNerd]

And thank you! I'm glad you like the video!

[@DCUngelled]

Great Video!!! Thanks

[@MotoCampNerd]

Glad you liked it! You're welcome!

[@danbrault9790]

wow well done

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you! 😁 Hopefully it was helpful!

[@alankyle4082]

Hi, I'd be interested in what pannier system you have please?

[@MotoCampNerd]

In this video with the triumph Bonneville t120 I had givi dolomiti 30l side cases and then also used the Giant Loop mototrekk panniers. On my 1250gs I use the giant loop round the world panniers

[@dhoov4452]

Great info, I subscribed...

[@MotoCampNerd]

Awesome, thank you!

[@denniscantrell4470]

Sent by Amanda. Subscribed.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thanks for coming over! We appreciate the support!

[@johnbranda5640]

I am interested in moto camping, but I have sleep apnea. Any ideas on traveling with a CPAP? Power Source?

[@MotoCampNerd]

Sorry I have not had a chance to look into this yet so I don't have a good source of info. I've heard from others that they are making more of the CPAPs battery powered. Something like a Goal Zero battery bank with AC plug may work but would need to look at the power needs of the CPAP and compare to the battery bank.

[@barrybutler4717]

I love the video, but why cover products that you don't even stock? I can't find some of the products on your website. Am I wrong?

[@MotoCampNerd]

You're not wrong. We plan on doing a new updated video this year since this one is 2 years old now, and several products have been discontinued. Thanks for watching and keep an eye out on new content coming soon! And of course reach out anytime if you have gear questions.

[@barrybutler4717]

@@MotoCampNerd Appreciate the reply. I love the video - it was helpful. I just placed my first order, and I'll probably order more as I get ready for adventures this spring. All my favorite youtubers love you - so I love giving my business to good people rather than giant corporations. Thanks again for the reply. Cheers.

[@MotoCampNerd]

@barrybutler4717 thank you for the support! We're here to help so reach out anytime you have questions.

[@HarshYadav-yw2cn]

What windscreen are you using on your Bonneville? struggling between turning my bonnie into a touring bike or just getting an adventure bike

[@MotoCampNerd]

It has a national cycle street shield on it. I'm at the same crossroads. I love the bonnie and it's a great all around bike, but we do a lot of 2up trips and the amount of aftermarket farkles are limited along with the space on the bike for 2 and the weight. If I only planned to continue riding on pavement, I would keep the bonnie. Since we are starting to venture more off pavement, there are several lighter bikes with better suspension and aftermarket support out the door that would take me a nice chunk of change to get the bonnie to the same level as. Food for thought.

[@HarshYadav-yw2cn]

​@@MotoCampNerd Yeah street riding does get a little boring after a while. I'm also reluctant to get an adventure bike here in Canada becuase insurance is screwed for new riders less than 30. It pretty cheap for bonnie but for an adventure bike is $200/300+ a month lol. I personally also like the appeal of Bonnie as a city bike and would get a used adventure bike just for touring/ off road if I was in your position

[@davervatx8814]

Great video. Question - I'm in the planning stages of my first long solo motorcycle tour, and the thing that gives me the most concern is running out of gas in the middle of nowhere. Do you carry an extra fuel bottle with you? If not, how do you make sure you are always close to a gas station? Thanks.

[@MotoCampNerd]

I have carried gas in an MSR bottle in the past when riding my vintage bikes, but only used it on 1 occasion I could think of. I've honestly never had problems finding gas. Hopefully that eases your worry. When planning my trips, gas stations are the last thing I check for when making my route. You have to know your motorcycle's range. Then, make your route, and then check for gas in the areas you know, or think, will be a big hop from 1 station to the next or possibly dry. Worst case, modify your route to ensure you hit certain areas with known gas available. If you're planning a big trip this can be overly tedious checking over thousands of miles. My best advice is take it a day at a time, and plan a day ahead. At the end of day 1, verify your route and stops for day 2. At the end of day 2 verify your route and stops for day 3, then so on. Make changes with your schedule and your route. Also fill up when you stop for breaks even if you don't need to. On long rides I usually stop every 1.5hrs to stretch and even if I have half a tank, I'll top it off.

[@davervatx8814]

@@MotoCampNerd Thanks, good tips. Just curious, what's the range on your bike?

[@MotoCampNerd]

@@davervatx8814 I usually fill up around 150 miles but I've made it to 180ish miles without running out of gas. Depending on how hard I twist the throttle 😆

[@CensoredFreedom615]

That towel would be good for signaling if stranded in an emergency.

[@killerx1307]

Nice informative vid. Dork sent me.

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank! Welcome to the family! We are glad you're here!

[@MotoMundoBr]

excellent video, like 🏍️🌎🇧🇷

[@MotoCampNerd]

Thank you!

[@marcosmenezes1334]

Muito bom!