Motorcycle Day Pack Essentials | Never Leave Without These Items

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There are essential items you should always carry on any ride, whether it's a day ride or a week long camping trip. Here I show you the essential items that I have learned from 150,000 miles of riding and sometimes not having what I need. Enjoy.
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[@steveacevedo820]

I would include a small flashlight or headlamp and I also carry a lighter and safety whistle as basic survival gear.

[@paradox-chimera8461]

Don’t forget the machete !

[@davidfellows6250]

What Uhaul trailer do you recommend to carry this stuff.

[@arcaneformula]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@jeffknobby2700]

Day ride he says!!! 😂

[@hankmoody2426]

Lol. Short afternoon ride…………..

[@davidfellows6250]

@@hankmoody2426 id hate to see what is needed for a couple months on the road camping every night.

[@md-er2wz]

Tank bag, passenger seat bag, backpack

[@curtisbull1583]

One thing I'll add that I will be carrying and I usually carry on different Adventures is a small tarp that's big enough to cover me and the bike. Never know when you'll run into a monsoon rainstorm. And what's worse is having to do a repair in a big rainstorm. So I always pack a tarp with me.

[@davidtang4462]

Dude you’re making me feel like I’m riding naked.

[@uleiosu4582]

Xinhua Tang same here, i take raining gear and a flat tyre kit :)

[@vicentedomelgarcia3737]

lol

[@sailingyemaya9781]

I put a xl survival blanket, waterproof matches and sawyer water filter in mine too

[@ginoattardi8944]

I live in a remote area in the New Mexico high country, this is everyday carry stuff for us.

[@dstubby82]

For desert riders. Small sunscreen packet/tube. Also; tweezers or fingernail clippers are a MUST on every ride. Cactus are sneaky and will bite you.

[@scootypuffjr.]

If you ride a Honda, the tools can stay at home.

[@zedddddful]

Ha funnily enough it was a Honda I've had the most reliability issues with.

[@buymustang]

Good to see that, because I have a Honda

[@shelbypablo4558]

@@zedddddful me too lol

[@harrykuntz878]

My Three bikes are Honda . I still carry my tools and puncture repair kit 👍

[@wasteofusername1]

I really love the dry humor in this video, super useful video even if I’m planning on short distance on road trip, this helps to give me a basis on what I should bring

[@Avensur]

Excellent tutorial on EDC equipment. Most of the riders are solos, got to be self-sufficient, be able to survive any situation that might comes. But very important to me, enjoy the riding every minute. Ciao.

[@porkoholic]

You could open a bike repair shop on the road with that kind of equipment...

[@wheelsoramotor8211]

Good vid! Everyone preps different but this is a good reminder to pay attention and not just hop on and ride. Thanks Ian

[@pipchikas89]

i dont know what you on about but 3 things you need for a day ride - money, water, roadside assistance.. the end

[@marcclarke01]

I chuckled at the commentary about extra bailing wire and zip ties for a KLR. Yes I have a KLR. 😃

[@kawabungah20]

Another really helpful video We all think we have everything we'll need for maintenance or unplanned events. However, you've provided some new ideas for me and I'm an old fart motorcyclist. One can never stop learning. Right? I think you made another important point: if you're prepared, you just might be able to help someone else along the way! Thank you, sir

[@billmcnamara5942]

All very good things to have on every ride. I do like the stainless steel zip ties they do a much better job than the plastic ones where heat is involved. Balling wire in nice to have but in twisting it to tighten it has broken on me. A bit of sand papper to help JB weld stick.I also carry a few extra nuts and bolts can come in handy. A 1/2 quart of oil has come in handy more than once. .... You're reviews are very good.

[@jim5alive]

Man... I came to your channel for the Moto Morini review and have been watching a bunch of your videos because the content is so good! Thanks for putting it out!

[@drjimpapadakis]

Tremendous! Thank you so much! You earn us valuable time!

[@kengaskins1]

Wow! That is a lot of stuff to carry. I ride an R1250RT and before that, two K bikes. Off road to me means driving on a gravel driveway! And being in San Francisco, the majority of roads I ride, are well within civilization so most of these items won't ever be needed (and I probably would rely on AAA a little too much). I am planning a multi day trip out to Kansas City in the fall and I will revisit this video.

[@ianferrier235]

Thanks ian,good reminders 👍🏻👍🏻

[@explorethewonder]

Nice post! Thank you for sharing your tips!

[@semvv8638]

Unless I'm going somewhere normal vehicles can't go, I've found that a good breakdown service (usually costs 10$ a month) is a much easier option. Especially if you use vario cases, the amount of things you can bring is already so limited. me and my girlfriends work bags usually already fill up most and I like to leave top case empty to store my helmet.

[@genomedia44]

Haha, I think this is the first one of your older videos I've watched, and the tone of how you put things is hilarious! 😂

[@chardin9337]

Super practical, great video

[@SoundMindADV]

Good info. Thanks!!!

[@Poppa_82]

This guy getting ready for the zombie apocalypse

[@AutoMan84]

You can trade that hand sanitizer for another GS 1200

[@timothyjnau]

LOL!!!!!

[@desertdaveadv404]

yes i have a pack out for the day and a different one for two or three day trips

[@robertlee8042]

Kick start. This is nuts.

[@jered2177]

Helpful video thanks

[@DeputatKaktus]

Stuff I found useful to have, and what buddies of mine have carried (and which absolutely saved their bacon at one point): Electrical wire, insulated (preferably silicone insulation because heat resistance, and it cuts more easily). Several lengths of it, each being the length of the entire bike. That way you can replace or bridge any length of wire anywhere on your bike. Wago connectors. Yes I know. But I say: any port in a storm. And you can reopen them and redo the connection if needed. Try that with any crimp connector. Good and sturdy pliers wrench, needlenose pliers and side cutter. A few spare cotter pins (they secure the rear axle nut on my Kawasaki). Wrenches or sockets in 12, 14, 17 and 24 mm (need that for tensioning the chain. Not so much an issue on bikes with a drive shaft ofc). Head lamp. Because you will need both hands, and you can only hold a flashlight in your mouth for so long. Doing that with your phone is completely out. Small can of brake cleaner. A utility knife or a multitool. Spare clutch cable

[@gcprost]

Thanks. This was very useful.

[@byrdt6528]

A fire starting device!

[@defiantone3019]

Depending on what bike you ride. Some grease for your axles for when you drop it in the dirt, fixing flats.

[@zavlov]

Hilarious. Really enjoyed this video.

[@Tennisbull-match-statistics]

ROK straps are awesome 👏

[@screaminsal]

Great info Mr. Ian... !!!

[@BigRockMoto]

Thanks Mr. Sal!

[@Poppa_82]

I would just call CAA Road Side Assistance and they would come in 20 mins

[@oldtimer3824]

Nice list. If you’re going on a long day ride, where do you pack all this stuff, tail bag?

[@radoslavtomov9121]

Take only what you know how to use and can fix on the side of the road. From all the stuff showed here, I would take the zip ties, the JB weld epoxy, cable repair kit and spare tubes. I've changed most of the bolts of my bike, so I need very few wrenches. On the DR350 I'll take in a very small multimeter and a spare glow plug. And that is when I'm gonna go in the forests. On a one day trip I take my wallet and charged phone so I can call in for help if I need to.

[@bodhi47]

rok straps. best invention since heated grips

[@Tardisius]

My #1 item is my Glock =)

[@steveacevedo820]

@Tardisius I started carrying mine after encountering some shady characters living in the back woods, one in particular who pointed a shotgun at me as I rode by him on the trail.

[@Mojokiss]

also there are goggles like I have with interchangible tinted lenses - but they are mil spec

[@cbr6864]

Most important thing is proper motorcycle towing coverage

[@maximus518774]

I actually expected this size of kit from BR. I don’t think he’s MacGuyver. The more you know the less you carry. Not an insult. Don’t be hurt.

[@jeffnabors833]

Check FTA Adventures, Dynaplug Pump Review. Lil bitty pump.

[@augustbrante8117]

Spark plug changers are great for bent shifters Possibly bent brakes too!

[@TWTourist]

Mine doubles as a front axle inner 14mm tool.

[@gary9768]

Where is the kitchen sink

[@dalewarner4216]

Hmm my KLR doesn’t need all those zip ties. It does however need Blue Locktite!

[@paradox-chimera8461]

What ? You drive with all this every day ?

[@ahsisti]

MacGyver liked that!

[@christoforospilitsis541]

Some glass fuses,in case you have a 1950 klr…haha.

[@jimsnow9183]

Bug spray.... Anyone know of a source for titanium tools?

[@michsky46]

you forgot condoms 😁

[@geirstella10]

This is really great information! What is your thinking on carrying a gas siphon?

[@marklundeen1025]

I think it's a great idea, could have used it on my last ride. We had to use two water bottles, one for a funnel. Turned the bike upside-down to get fuel for the other bike. Some times you just have to get creative.

[@kevinbeilby1495]

Nah mate, that’s mental. I take waterproof pants and that’s it ffs ! I do enjoy your channel though man 👨

[@michaelnewman5]

mines much easier and a bit cheaper too. join the A.A. or the R.A.C. and get them to come out and fix it quicker cheaper and with less hassle. if it's terminal they take you and your bike home too.

[@markanthony6128]

Show us how you pack it to the bike

[@JoShUa_J78]

You get that all to fit in that bag with water?. Enjoyed nevertheless

[@Advcrazy]

😳 all this for a day trip?? I take My ktm tool kit, a thin down jacket and an extra base layer, sometimes extra gloves but heated grips usually are enough unless it’s raining. I live in Norway though so the off road is mostly just gravel.

[@BigRockMoto]

Great point!

[@VeryImportantPepe]

How the hell do I fit all this on a small Ducati Scrambler and still carry other luggage

[@jruba]

A little bit overkill for a day ride , most of that stuff you can get on the road , unless your going for a day in the middle of nowhere

[@Denmark_1974]

Is that all??

[@TheNikral1]

I feel neurotic after watching this

[@lekrecker5672]

This about carrying it in a 4x4 isnt it..

[@michaelleys2982]

What happend with the normal Day ride …. Youre motor will go for 100000km with no problems …. I hope i never do this pack on a Day out just have fun als ride …

[@laryangel4082]

B

[@senpaibryn6196]

Amateur, where are the spare clutch disks

[@richardzollinger4750]

Great stuff but you could definitely shed some weight/space IMHO.

[@BigRockMoto]

Yeah for sure

[@korma9732]

You don't need 95% of that crap!

[@zippo8285]

"I am not a racist, i have asian wife".

[@turnbullac6315]

your forgot personal protection!

[@jtreg]

Complete overkill. Is this a comedy channel......? Eye drops... LOL chapstick mwahahaha