Motorcycle travel advice that EVERYONE SHOULD NOT IGNORE!!!

[@JustGKue]

How do you guys pack? Don't forget to visit Www.peacearmyworldwide.com for patches and pins

[@PurpleOnThree]

as light as possible! Over the past few years, we have learned to pack less and less.

[@PurpleOnThree]

That's where I keep my clothes also...very nice to have a passenger seat! We have also put our camping gear in our back seats also.

[@mikebigeasyrider]

Congratulations on your article in the "The Enthusiast" magazine. Great piece !

[@bbraggs1486]

I'm happy that you brought this subject up. It's the little things that most people miss. Thanks for looking out.

[@JustGKue]

You're welcome! It's the little things for sure!

[@JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures]

Great tips brother. Very solid tip about adjusting the suspension to account for the extra weight. A lot of people don’t think about that!

[@Pilgrim-p6y]

Rickey, just opened my copy of the enthusiast and read that heartwarming, beautiful story. I saw that Canadian diner video a couple of years ago and I was crying with you, brother. I’m in tears again. Hope to meet you someday out there. Thanks for all you do and I pray for all God blessings to be upon you.

[@LangRieper]

Wife and I just got back from a 1600 mile round trip to Indiana (We live in the Ozarks, Home of BB&BBQ). we started packing minimally and still had to toss things for room I am looking for a tour pack for our next trip saddlebags only is skimpy!! Thanks for the video and yup we stick to the advised weights.

[@JustGKue]

No problem! The king definitely has its advantages for sure. I attended bbb the last 2 years...I love it up there!

[@theRoadLessTraveled761]

Equally balanced for the best and safest ride!

[@JustGKue]

No doubt!

[@g-townleague4684]

just g kue its a fream of mine to meet tyou man ive been recovering from back surgery your videos and my family have kept me going love from groveton tx brother one biker to another

[@1GiPhoner]

Great advisory most forget to check

[@roegiersmusic]

Great tips! I just received the Harley Davidson The Enthusiast Vol 107 magazine in the mail yesterday. You are featured in it! Great pictures and story! Congratulations 🙏🤘😎🇺🇸

[@JustGKue]

Thank you so very much! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@davonamarshall-grant6578]

Good info we all have friends that have whole houses in their bikes. Safe travels!

[@JustGKue]

Indeed! Lol

[@charmaineharris5857]

Thank you for sharing! Every question that came up for me while watching was answered. The humor was a plus!

[@JustGKue]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gloriaojogwu9047]

Hi my friend 🖐so glad you are taking precautions for your Cross-country trip. I'm watching the Replay. Trying to stay cool here. Don't forget to stay hydrated. I'm just saying. I live on the West coast and believe me when I tell you that it gets hot here Take Care 😊😊

[@TobyNorthEN]

1:40 - When we did the Support Bikers Guinness World Record Poker Run we had a participant (it wasn't me but - who shall remain nameless) whose tourpack bracket actually broke through the underside of the tourpack because they overloaded the tourpack rack. These weight specs are no joke and are not to be disregarded or taken lightly (yes, pun intended). On a related side note: whether or not you pack right or overload, riders must be aware that the bike's center of gravity will change versus what riders are accustomed to for their around home riding. If you don't practice riding with all your baggage, you should ride more cautiously starting your trip until you're "used" to riding with the weight and balance changes.

[@JustGKue]

Greattttttt pointttttt! DANN GREAT POINT!

[@RidingandWrenching]

Great advice. It's important to balance the weight and not go over the limits. Something else to consider is the Total Weight the motorcycle is rated to carry. The max added weight a RG limited can carry is 428 pounds (including any accessory, rider, passenger, and luggage)

[@JustGKue]

Whewwwww! Man some of us out here wilding out with 2up plus luggage

[@GH-cp9wc]

Great content! Surprisingly, it does not take much to go over the recommendations, especially when you're 6'2".

[@JustGKue]

It add up quickly for sure!

[@vernonpoweakabolo]

Thanks for sharing this information. This serves as a great reminder to not overload your bikes. Just because it fits doesn't mean it's right.

[@1683clifton]

Reminds me of weighing up the gear for a draft horse going on a pack trip! The first thing you weigh is the food for the horse! Never overload your horse or you're in for an effed up day.

[@JustGKue]

That is interesting!

[@mukhanglarochannel4774]

This is important. I have a friend and our plan was to ride 1 day and go home the next day. But I was looking at his bike as if packing his whole house.lols. I was like bro lols. We are laughing like crazy. We are joking like, I hope you're not moving to a new house. The whole 10-hour drive is not tiring since we probably laugh like crazy for the whole 10 hours. Riders should have the initiative to bring what is needed.

[@roadkang-cartwright7390]

Great vid‼️‼️ I use one of the airplane luggage scales, when I pack. Also remember you can was clothes at most places so a lot of thing can be worn again , just keeps you from packing so much . 👍🏾‼️

[@Murphymoto]

Riding from Massachusetts/Rhode Island line to Sturgis in less than a month. Thanks for the tips bro! Congrats on your article and front cover of Enthusiast . That’s awesome bro!

[@fifthgearfoodie5272]

Great advice! I pretty much just put all of my heaviest gear in a multipurpose motorcycle bag and strap it down to the passenger seat when I travel cross country. That way I don’t have to worry about what I put in my tour pack and bags. The most important thing NOT to do is bring junk you don’t need. Keep the clothes and shoes to a minimum. Keep the food to a minimum. Bringing all kinds of junk for emergencies is unnecessary too. When you’re strapping gear to your bike make sure you have as many points of contact as possible, make sure your straps and nets are tight and secure, and be sure to periodically check your gear as you ride. Gear will shift and you may have to adjust your straps during the trip.

[@JustGKue]

Well said!

[@aldntn]

Especially for long trips (and heavy bikes) tire pressure is important. Tire pressure monitors are really nice.

[@JustGKue]

Yes they are! i have them as well

[@oscarthegrouch8992]

Yeah buddy- just got my Harley Enthusiast.. page one.. congrats homie, great to see in print 👏🏼 🇺🇸

[@rayjay896]

Blown the peace army hats aren't on the website. Keep up the good work!

[@PurpleOnThree]

Great video and good advice! Thank you! 🤗🤗💜💜🙏🏼🙏🏼Have a great and safe trip!

[@tomreesejr.8474]

I haven't ridden in 40 years and didn't do much over 200 miles one-way, but you give good advice for balance and I don't think being anyone being OCD about it would be a bad thing. Fail to plan = plan to fail. Thanks 👍

[@JustGKue]

No problem!

[@julioperez6934]

That is a. Nice and good tip for riding long distance

[@Dynacologist]

Not only packing/over loading BUT proper tire inflation goes ignored as well! I am a firm believer in the little "airmoto tire inflator" its small and very convenient. You can set the pressure you want and it shuts off when its at pressure, very simple..

[@JustGKue]

Great point!

[@jimmymac63]

Something that is not mentioned enough...Thank you brother for the post, it is vitally important to know this. Peace Be With You!

[@JustGKue]

Thank you! I'm just trying to help 🫡

[@darrelln20]

Thanks!

[@RoadRushNation]

Great advice once again!! Weight distribution is so important and not over packing. Have a great trip to Cali. We're heading to Maine in a couple of weeks. Ride safe my friend

[@JustGKue]

Have fun! And please be safe

[@davidlevy7602]

Just G-Que Just saw your story in HOG’s Enthusiast Magazine. Wonderful story. Even more love and respect my brother. 💙

[@JustGKue]

I definitely appreciate that. Thank you for checking it out friend ✌🏾😎

[@edythethompson7671]

I made sure to follow all the guidelines on my most recent trip. Thanks for the reminders.

[@JustGKue]

You're welcome!

[@magnum2424kc]

I just wanted to say I watched your Sturgis in South Dakota ride in the positivity in your messages amazing my brother

[@JustGKue]

Thank you good sir! I hope to bring you more great content!

[@darrelln20]

GREAT vid, all the important need to knows when on the road for those long distance rides.

[@richardmourdock2719]

Great information Kue! I've ridden for years and used to ignore this stuff. Afterall, I NEEDED that stuff. Fortunately, I never had an incident, but got tired of packing and learned the joy of traveling "light". The rides have been better ever since.

[@JustGKue]

thank you! sometimes ive gotten back from a trip and realized i didnt use half the stuff i brought with me.

[@PurpleOnThree]

I try to keep all the bags locked when riding so they don't accidentally pop open...

[@KingKarmaArt]

Good advice man, also love the artwork on your wall, thats wild. Never ran a bagger myself but I've had to get pretty creative with cable ties and bungee chords when riding. Way back at 17 I moved out of the house and put everything I owned on a little suzuki bandit 400 and rode for 3 hours. Didn't have an issue with the wind but I sure looked goofy trying to get off at the gas station. 😅 Respect from the UK. Ride safe!

[@JustGKue]

I can just imagine how that looked 😅

[@milehighclassics]

Don’t forget in the uk we have an umbrella that is 25kilo, great to watch your adventures

[@JustGKue]

Thank you friend!

[@Laura-mi3nv]

Set up a paypal account to accept money from people. Then you get all of it, no fees to take out or merchandising costs. Put the link in your description.

[@JustGKue]

Gotcha! Thank you! I have paypal.me/rickeytheartist $justgkue Venmo @justgkue

[@nelsongn9]

Another fantastic video, bro. I’m learning so much from you man. I’ve only been riding three years. Just starting to get into long distance travel thanks again Bro for the knowledge.

[@JustGKue]

Great to hear! I glad it's helping bro!

[@nelsongn9]

@@JustGKue how often do you have to add oil during a multi day trip?

[@raysechyder1348]

😂 those hats! You got me cracking up bro, great video

[@JustGKue]

Lol thank you!

[@danbarrette9888]

I consider myself fortunate because of the fact that I was an avid backpacker and now I’m a western firefighter and in both cases I pack and travel minimally. My tool bag and jumper pack and tire inflator are the biggest things I travel with.

[@JustGKue]

I'm trying to get better at it myself. I have to bring my tools and jumper/inflator. Have to bring my cameras... It's the clothes that I have to cut down on.

[@murfdog144]

Great vid. Weight distribution is definitely key. Especially with bigger guys.

[@JustGKue]

Great point!

[@dawaynruff4005]

RickRak® Roller Bag Combo Kit for King HD Two-up

[@JustGKue]

Gonna have to check that out!

[@dawaynruff4005]

@@JustGKue 🦾

[@deborahapplewhite3052]

Always great and helpful information!!!

[@garvinboyce2937]

Great information as always one thing to add is checking your tire pressure on your bike and using the factory recommended tire pressure that’s on the label on the bike. Safe travels bro..

[@JustGKue]

Great point! Thank you a

[@tl3772]

On long fun trips we only packed 1 pr jeans each, socks, undies & a couple bandannas. We bought t-shirts in the road. Leather jackets, 🧤, walking shoes. Business trips were enough clothes for a week. His in one saddle bag, mine in the other. Anything else was behind me on the luggage rack. If it wasn’t riding right he’d stop and let me readjust. He detested riding in the rain. Always pulled over & waited. Only dropped it once in Nashville when we were on a hill (driveway) waiting to pull out into traffic. His foot slipped and I fell off & rolled down the hill. Laughed my @ss off after I stopped rolling. No one was hurt. Best trip we ever took. Good, I miss him! 🪽😢

[@JustGKue]

It's the memories made that stick with us forever!

[@derrickmitchell8306]

Great video cause I’m getting ready to hit the road

[@tm-dx7vr]

You need to have Cycle Fanatix hook you up with those saddlle bag organizers 😀

[@JustGKue]

Word!

[@RollWithSoul317]

You’re on point with this video bro! You can’t be a “pack rat” with a motorcycle! Only the absolute necessities should be taken, and balance ⚖️ the weight out according to the specifications. I keep my tire plug kit and portable air compressor in my fork bag and tools under the seat of my bike. Thank you for this video about something I have been guilty of not doing properly! Have an awesome trip, safe travels and keep the rubber side down my brother! 🙏🏾✊🏾❤️✌🏾

[@JustGKue]

Thank you bro! I'm just trying to help out!

[@RollWithSoul317]

@@JustGKue Believe me, as a rider you have inspired me tremendously, and I’m sure that most if not all of your subscribers, followers and the regular viewing audience would agree with me! Cool Vibes. ✌🏾

[@adamcoletti83]

Great article in the Harley magazine, brother!

[@JustGKue]

Thank you sooooo much!

[@mikekosar6135]

Really important info… thanks For dropping this..!!

[@JustGKue]

You're so welcome!

[@Pablo.Freshcobar]

You said grocery store lol then the x files joint came on lol love it

[@JustGKue]

😆😆😆

[@chuckspeer2163]

Thankyou very useful and safe info

[@Bill0167]

Great video!! The humor is awesome!! If you’re heading west- are you riding thru AZ. **Mobil 1 V-Twin** is the best extreme hot weather oil

[@JustGKue]

Hey! Thank you! Yes I'll be on 40 through flagstaff AZ!

[@jimweagant8920]

Interesting video thanks for sharing 👍👍

[@JustGKue]

Thx jim!

[@mzsherribabii1076]

Great video! Thank you for Sharing this....Alot of Us dont think about these types of things TBH.

[@JustGKue]

You're absolutely welcome!

[@tripleh1455]

Just got my new Harley Book in the mail congratulations on being selected, can I get your signature on mine, hopefully I see you At LA Breed Weekend, safe travels folks 💪🏾

[@JustGKue]

Of course! I got you!

[@JoeFurtado-xv5no]

Great video, as the years go by the less I pack going on a week long ride from Boston area to Tennessee keeping it light, you’re on point with weight effecting your bikes handling. I have a saddleman bag that I mount to the sissy bar and sits on the passenger seat makes for a stable ride. My must haves are Tool kit, first aid kit, rain gear two days of clothes that’s pretty much it. Ride safe my friend

[@JustGKue]

Thank you friend! Ride safe on your trip!

[@skunkkondaground2052]

I'm poundin wit my iron, air fryer, stove and fridge, on top of da bike, in my saddles is err-thang else for OnDaGround accessories, like tools, gear, etc etc, but dammm good point for ppl dat don't know how to compensate fo different conditions or different circumstances (Weather) shiiidd. 🤔🤷

[@JustGKue]

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@danielreneestephen]

G Kue. Great job on this video. I use Harley’s onyx touring bag. I cut some memory foam and put in the front compartment. I use this as a backrest and leave the stock rest at home. A little less weight but every pound counts. Ride safe. Watch for idiots.

[@JustGKue]

You're absolutely right! Every pound counts! 😎 Ride safe friend 💪🏽

[@GlidingOnTwos]

I gotta bring my hats with me too! 🤣

[@JustGKue]

It's a must!

[@TopChef225]

Bro i was thinking about heading that way to cali this weekend too.

[@JustGKue]

Yea bro don't over do it. What day yall pulling out?

[@TopChef225]

@@JustGKue Thinking Thursday. Gotta get with a few more bros to see what there going to do

[@JustGKue]

Ok. I'm leaving Wednesday

[@ATCJeremyrides]

Great video as always. Can’t wait to see your California videos! Have fun be safe and eat some good food.

[@JustGKue]

Thank you! Will do!

[@nasaunders]

This is timely information, as I just read about MotoGaint. He lost his leg in a recent motorcycle accident. I believe he was overpacked on his motorcycle and improperly secured his items. Right before the accident some flew out of his bags. Give me your opinion. It is an excellent case study. He ironically filmed the situation. I love his content and have no ill intent towards him, but it is illustrative. This is a very important subject and we will all do well to pay attention. A smart man learns from himself; an educated man learns from others.

[@JustGKue]

Dang..I'm gonna have to read up on it!

[@4DNinersfaithful]

Where ya heading to Cali Kue? We live in Cali and will be doing some traveling the next couple of weeks up in the Sierra's and Lake Tahoe area.

[@JustGKue]

I'll be the the LA area and then coming coming Nevada/ Utah Colorado

[@Nasty4664]

Very educational

[@JustGKue]

Thank you!

[@carlettegoodwyn54]

Safe travels be safe ride safe🙏🙏

[@JustGKue]

Thank you! I will!

[@quannypatterson5307]

Man give me the Game G so I can be ready when I get mine

[@JustGKue]

I'm trying to bro 💪🏽

[@quannypatterson5307]

You be lacing our boots for real❤ the content and the peace army 🤙

[@JustGKue]

@quannypatterson5307 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@jjoneshauling6104]

Needed this info. Respect from HTOWNTX.

[@JustGKue]

I appreciate that bro 🙏🏽

[@craigapelbaum1629]

Safe travels at all times.

[@Pablo.Freshcobar]

Most don’t even look at those warning/spec stickers

[@JustGKue]

It's wild but it happens

[@carlosdavis4849]

Love the video bro don’t think I’ve seen 2 many riders do this now I can be wrong but thanks

[@JustGKue]

Some are over loaded and don't realize it.

[@skunkkondaground2052]

Evenly Balance Balance Balance for the best ride, even if you're missing yo ghost pipe, dat plays a different too in packing 🤔🤷

[@JustGKue]

Great point big bro!

[@renewoulard907]

❤❤ thanks

[@JustGKue]

You're welcome

[@kellybgliding]

Great need to know information my brother

[@JustGKue]

Just trying to help bro

[@TDawg100]

Thank you brother

[@JustGKue]

I appreciate that 🙏🏽

[@JustGKue]

I got u 💪🏽

[@tank28307]

Do you use packing cubes? I found the help keep things better organized in my seat bag

[@JustGKue]

I haven't! I need to check that out. Thank you!

[@sandrahartje9974]

Excellent video. very thorough. ty

[@JustGKue]

Thank you! I hope it gave some value!

[@markkrumrine2943]

I've always been a little confused about the tour pack weight. Ok it says 30lbs. Is that a combination of pack and rack? If I'm thinking right it would be a total of both. Some don't have a rack and it would seem that to me the weight on the bearing surface of the mount is what is critical. So adding 10 more on top would in theory be overweight

[@JustGKue]

From what I've been told it's the rack it's just the rack itself. But great observation

[@samuroadventure1227]

Very informative video!

[@JustGKue]

Thank you!

[@tripswtrav]

Yo I need a sticker homie! U should send out a few freebies to ya biggest brokest fans!lol I'd love to buy a blue hat and get a sticker too but times is times. I know I don't wan nobody to short themselves but I know u give them out in person jus figured I'd ask bout getting 1 mailed out. Love your stuff bruh it's super entertaining and full of knowledge! 1day I hope to get to ride w ya but I'm way way up in MD.

[@quickshoe6]

Love my Rick Rack suitcase. Worked awesome on my 4k trip. 💯 Dry.

[@JustGKue]

I like that they screw on to the rack

[@quickshoe6]

@@JustGKue also the rain cover has 4 straps that holds it down and keeps it dry 💯. Left mine out in rain all night and next day.

[@bgtownchunkieloccloft4779]

Hopefully you catch up or meet up with Big Cell FHO HNIC he taken 20 something women to the west coast from Atlanta im sure you're expertise would be a great help

[@JustGKue]

They will be ahead of me. They'll get there the day I leave my house unfortunately

[@charlieayers221]

Hey GQ when will you be leaving for the west coast and will you be coming through memphis? If so I would like to ride along because I am going that way also. Home. Please reply back.

[@JustGKue]

Today and Memphis is a bit out of the way. Where are you planning on stopping for the day?

[@charlieayers221]

OK, I appreciate you very much but I won’t be leaving until next week. I will be traveling on the 40.

[@ptseti]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Umm, Bro...did you REALLY see that overloaded bike on the road.🤣🤣🤣🤣 But you are absolutely correct! Its called BALANCE and sadly most people don't READ instructions, which causes accidents!

[@JustGKue]

Lol nah...but seen em close to it!

[@ptseti]

@@JustGKue ☺☺☺☺

[@stephonmiller]

Where can we order the hats 👀👀

[@JustGKue]

Man. I need to get them on the website...I'm slippin

[@stephonmiller]

@@JustGKue Haha, most definitely!

[@bgtownchunkieloccloft4779]

✌🏾🪖safe travels 🤙🏾🥾 🙏🏾

[@JustGKue]

Much respect bro

[@PurpleOnThree]

Thirty pounds...please tell me you don't take ALL those hats, lol 🤣🤣

[@mikemartinsr5350]

So how much do a empty saddlebag weigh

[@JustGKue]

Last time I checked was 4-5lbs

[@mikemartinsr5350]

@@JustGKue safe travels my brother 🙏🏾

[@buzzsah]

Weight yourself, and then hold the tool bag and weight yourself again while holding the tools.

[@JustGKue]

💪🏽💪🏽

[@MrJalyles]

Hey brother what type gun you keep on you?

[@JustGKue]

Something that will keep someone off me.

[@chumps7974]

Weigh your saddle bag empty to determine what it's weight is. Then it's easy to know how much the contents weigh

[@JustGKue]

If I weigh the whole thing and it's less than 20 then it won't matter the weight inside. Just my theory.

[@DSPAINTWORKZ]

Man how do you get so much time off? "thats da dream"

[@JustGKue]

Plan. It's just 10 days

[@raynardlyons1175]

👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@JustGKue]

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@byronfaust891]

👍🏾

[@JustGKue]

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@dawaynruff4005]

At what temperature outside do you throw up the white flag and say its to damn hot ? 98 plus....................

[@JustGKue]

good question...ive ridden in over 100 degree heat... its no joke but with proper steps you can make it.