Top 5 Common Mistakes on a Long Motorcycle Trip - How to avoid them?

[@denmoran5541]

What a sensible man! Can I also add: Underwear - 'shreddies' - take old ones and chuck them away! Mileage - (I'm 68 yrs.old) average 125 miles each day. 5 hrs max -that is 5 x 1hr. sessions with large breaks in between. T-shirts - 3 - just put them in the sea/stream overnight with a stone on top , and dry off on bike as you travel. Food - always carry two tins you can eat cold - not what we are used to, but no pressure to search for a restaurant! two apples same. water bottle - on outside of bike with wet towelling around - this chills it - nice! 6000 miles planned next year (on my Yam Majesty 250 scooter) - happy biking!

[@cesar7375]

hi den. i am 73 in good shape ,preparing my trip to CHILE IN A KAWAZAKI KLR650 , it will be my first and last trip,it is a dream keep for more than 40 yrs. I will start in Calgary,my town to south of chile,,enjoy your trip

[@hpg2u]

125 miles per day! are you on a bicycle?

[@sundog9999]

@@cesar7375 hope it went well

[@CanadianTexaninLiguria]

@@hpg2u Then he says 5 hours? Must be riding 20 MPH?

[@michaelking9818]

Did you do the trip ?

[@NilanjanSaha]

You're one of the most sensible riders I've come across. Great tips. Although I missed the chance to meet you personally on this occasion, who knows our paths may actually cross one day! The world is round and small.

[@1200bonzo]

We travel 3 weeks at a time on my Harley..Coast to Coast in USA.. Last trip we started out at 50 degrees 6 days later 110 then 3 days after that 35 degrees and snow. We took 1 each of leathers,sweat shirt and rain suite.... About all motels have washers and dryers in them.Pack lite and take your time and enjoy..... Ride safe everyone

[@1200bonzo]

you might be right if your take interstate ... I take 2 lane roads all the way. i take lots of side trips and see and visit all the sites I can see.. Never in a hurry...Try it yourself and let me know

[@1200bonzo]

your right

[@justcn09]

What's a Dog ride? I've done 1000 miles in 24 hrs once, on a 1200 like 1200bonzo's, but no way I could do it three days in a row coast to coast. And that is running interstates and chasing baggers whenever I get the chance.

[@justcn09]

Ha ha! It was a chance encounter with the ironbutt.org site that inspired me to try a 24hr/1200mile run to Sturgis. I managed to cover 1000 miles in 23 hours and had to stop for a 2 hr nap before finishing off the ride. Nothing worse than falling asleep on a bike on I-94 during Sturgis week! (at least I'm guessing there''s nothing worse.)

[@justcn09]

I'm closing in on retirement and have a lot of miles planned over the next several years. I hope my best bonsai runs aren't all behind me. Might have to work up some callouses on my butt.

[@matthewknowles2607]

I really like your common sense approach to motorcycle touring. Thanks for the videos.

[@motorcycleadventures]

I think that this is the only way to spread your message to large number of people - common sense. I really hope that this video will help somebody to take the right desicion.

[@toma1460]

Motorcycle Adventures Thank You for the video. I've owned a handful of bikes over the years. But now at 38 I'm going insane trying to decide on my next bike. Because I plan or should say my intentions are to go on as many trips as possible... Like you said The world is a big place and we're only here a short time.

[@AVweb]

Amen to all of this, brother. My wife gets all her stuff in half a saddlebag, I use the other half. The rest is for rain gear, tools and assorted bike stuff. Total clothes for summer tour: sweater, one t-shirt, two underwear and two socks.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Your wife is great, you have to see my...

[@sstroh08]

Excellent video! I totally agree on the extra weight part. Only issue is the extra weight on my bike can walk and talk and gets really mad when I refer to her as "extra weight" haha

[@chettran5658]

lmao! i have one of those too.

[@randallbissonette783]

Chet Tran of j

[@vernonsullivan92]

yep, but it is also really comfy during cold dark nights...

[@MrTanker10a]

That’s Funny 😄

[@ApriliaRSV4F]

Hahahaha, awesome. Cracked me up.

[@KKAAAWWAA]

"Guys, you're on a motorcycle trip, you're not at the fashion week" :D :D :D Excellent, True words! :) Big LIKE for the video! Greetings from SERBIA! :)

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you neighbour! Ride safe!

[@peterpyke1213]

good advice video,small tent,few cloths something to cook with,emergency food,sleep with bike and dont worry about showering every day.not to many plans and a good map.thats how i do it.sometimes it sucks but generally very good.

[@richardreed2688]

Good video, and delivered in a fun, friendly way. I've done a lot of long distance stuff and can vouch for everything he said. In my opinion the most important one, and the hardest one for newbies to grasp, is the part where you are on a bike trip, not at home, and you need to drop "home habits." Also, you need to differentiate between "stuff you never use" and "stuff you wish you had in an emergency" such as a flat repair kit and pump, or that emergency bottle of water at the bottom of your tank bag. There are some items that you will (or hope to) never use but should take with you.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Very well said. Thank you for the support!

[@olliechristopher467]

WOW! You said the exact words of my grandmother. "Our time on earth is so little". So true to enjoy our life while we can!

[@taekwonmn2007]

The last sentence u said.." the world is too big and ur life is too small! excellent man, u said all the stuff in a simple and humorous manner..chao!

[@mototour7355]

Limiting clothing, taking small useful things (ibuprofen, earplugs, leatherman) etc. Also, having paper maps as a backup to the gps unit is a must.

[@maxflight777]

"Sir, I tested many times ...." You are hilarious , great humour and good sense too ! Good points ....

[@racevet3761]

Haha yes! Also reminds me of the Meerkat Aussie commercials! ;)

[@billweiss9514]

always bring earplugs also and water

[@danielbadenhorst9921]

Bill Weiss +1 on earplugs

[@fqras]

Bill Weiss and cookies.

[@vivekpawar1988]

Water very important!

[@eeronieminen]

Because this guy on the video is super loud for some reason

[@grayboo212]

I've been riding most of my life and have never wore ear plugs up until 4 years ago. Cannot believe how much better I feel without all of that wind howling in my ears. They do not ring at all and I feel way more refreshed when I get to my destination. Before I had to wait 15 or 20 minutes until my ears quit ringing so I could hear a person speak.

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Another good video. ...I'm riding my Tenere round the West of Ireland at the moment. ..you would be proud of how little 'stuff ' I've taken! Steve

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good, this is the idea of this video. Ride safe and enjoy your trip!

[@edzeiser6640]

I just finished a 7500 mile trip across 5 provinces and 17 states. I did pack too much but no where near the amount that I see on some motorcycles. Next time I will pack much lighter. Regarding earplugs, I do recommend them but make sure to check your mirrors very frequently. I was doing 75 on a clear rural road. I checked my mirror every 15 -20 seconds. All of a sudden a reservation police car passed me doing about 90. I never saw or heard him coming. I'm 70 and rode 200-300 miles per day. 200 miles a day was much more enjoyable. I rode a 1995 Honda ST100, a sport-touring machine. It now has 140,000 miles on it. I bought it used with 127,000 on it. Great machine for long distance riding on pavement. Most importantly do it. You will never regret it! Thanks for some wonderful videos and great advice.

[@Harleylovinchelley1]

Now mind you, I have only toured in the US. Using bags, saddle bags, T-bags or back pack, carry only enough clothes for two changes and have a plastic bag for dirty. If you wear merino wool or acrylics you can wash at end of day and they will be dry by morning. Include sweater or sweatshirt and a rain suit. If you encounter unusual cold weather you can put on all the clothes and use the rain suit to break the wind. The water is a good idea to carry but you can usually find water when you stop for gas. so with only four hours between gas stops you can probably get by with just one bottle of water. I refill my bottle so I don't have to buy more. I have ridden 14 hours in one day to make an important rally. I did it by only stopping where the pumps were automated, used my card and bugged out. Got water at every other stop in the rest room. For a meal on the fly, order soup and sandwich like tuna or chicken salad. It comes right away and you are back on the road. Earplugs are a major help. Even with a windshield and good full helmet there is still a lot of noise. The ear plugs reduce stress. And remember, if you feel you have too much equipment you can always stop and mail stuff back to your home. I highly recommend for you folks in the US, attend a Motorcycle Safety Foundation class. You WILL learn valuable info there. A tent doesn't need to be very big to hold one adult and there are self inflating air mats that are really comfortable. Ride safe, ride longer.

[@reconnaisancesapper]

I do not trail around dirty washing.

[@TheScatman89]

I love the videos - great advice. I think you should not underestimate the Honda CRF250 L for overlander bike.. - Alot of people have converted into a good overlander bike.. Mods: Fuel tank -350 km range aprox. Seat = more comfortable, handguards luggage rack for soft panniers windscreen. You cant go so fast but still 6 gears.. can cruise on highway 110 kmph or better 90 kmph for fuel economy.. once you get out of Europe im thinking the speed limits will be lower so.. power is not really an issue.. also its not a race.. you got for B roads for adventure.. not highways cause its boring.. And there is alot of parts available for Honda CRF 250 L.. service / oil change every 12k km.

[@niallsommerville9941]

Great stuff as always.Two points:- 1 Having done long trips on different types of bike, as you say it can be done but in my hard learned experience, and you really must take THAT BIKE, then make adjustments to your plan to allow for the times when it's not the best choice. 2 Being a gentleman of a certain age, I'm going nowhere without my moisturiser. Keep up the good work Sir.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good points. Thank you!

[@mpccenturion]

LOL, I really like your attitudes. I drove a 370 # - 750 that was air cooled. It was light and nimble on the streets and I had a wind deflector for the hyway. For 5 years I road and enjoyed the bike. It was great on the open road too as it would hold 11o km/hr easily. I saw many guys spend $30,000 and worry about scratching the paint. I just drove mine, enjoyed the roads and did not stop with the groups. I enjoyed the quiet roads too. I use to get 80 km per 4.55 liters. Cheers!

[@jaymandelker6632]

I enjoyed this video very much because he just gave facts, spoke quickly and clearly (no "Umm, like, you know, well... "etc.).

[@pal9878]

Love the final words at the end: 'The world is so big, and your time on the earth is so little. What are you waiting for?' A really useful reminder in so many aspects.

[@savage22bolt32]

I compile great quotes, and I will add that one to my list. Here's a similar quote: You only live once and you're going to be dead a long time. So chase your dreams & have some fun. (Ken Kaplan, of N E Motorcycle Museum)

[@savage22bolt32]

I compile great quotes, and I will add that one to my list. Here's a similar quote: You only live once and you're going to be dead a long time. So chase your dreams & have some fun. (Ken Kaplan, of N E Motorcycle Museum)

[@YTisDumb]

Great vid my man. More no BS tips for real riders... I've always tried to take a few less items every trip, and it seem the less weight you bring the better the ride. You would be suprised what you can live without. I tend to look for hiking gear for my load up, because it is inherently light and compact. Happy trails to you all!

[@motorcycleadventures]

The same for you and don't forget - ride safe!

[@UncleWally3]

Well there may be a few other items: Passport, visa, proper papers (place to file proper papers), access to country's laws, border crossing strategies, medical data and all license/insurance data, bike repair data and contact information stored on a USB device + cloud backup, iPhone or similar device (pictures, translation apps, currency conversion, banking, etc) . . . good GPS unit, better maps and skill to use both. Above all, the courage to go and the wisdom to stop.

[@TheCezerian]

"It will be much easier to ride light motorcycle on the highway instead of the heavy beast off road" - Well said! and so true. Good movie mate.

[@KM-oi9ks]

Ill reiterate EAR PLUGS, I never realized how much the road noise wore me out mentally.

[@philtripe]

just seems fool hardy to me...i hear danger...but then again the Ducati i ride is super quiet and smooth

[@collinhayes7443]

it will be easier to hear danger if you dont hear extreme wind noise.. ear plugs are necessary for highway speeds

[@allamericandude15]

That, and prolonged exposure to loud wind noise can lead to hearing loss / tinnitus. You REALLY don't want that.

[@trykozmaksym]

Really? Road noise? You cause 99% of your noise, not the road. So get better wind screen, get standard exhaust instead of that loud custom nonsense, do normal speed according to traffic rules, don't ride all day long on highway day after day.

[@KM-oi9ks]

MaxTryk do whatever works best for you. I feel like your comment added nothing to the conversation. If ear plugs are not your thing, by all means don't wear them. The ways you listed to lower what I called "road" noise (which encompasses wind, exhaust, other cars...basically everything you listed) are all more obvious then ear plugs...I was simply reiterating 1 thing that helped lower my mental fatigue more than all the obvious in your face ways like a windscreen, better helmet, quiet exhaust....oh did I mention ear plugs cost less than $1.00

[@krzysztofg2145]

I'm packing for my two-weeks trip into Balkans right now, so your video is just perfect timing! :D I have my motorcycle ready and with fresh fluids, hope to pack everything into topcase and small backpack, all necessary document are ready, I take only tested motorcycle gear and most important - i have a plan not to follow trip plan perfectly :) So it looks like we will have a good time! Thank you for your videos and advices !

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime! Good luck on the trip!

[@ozymandias1389x]

where to :D

[@krzysztofg2145]

Balkans :) but especially Romania and Montenegro

[@ivanjurinovic4597]

Krzysztof G will you pass thru Croatia? It is beautyfull

[@adrengle]

try not to use the backpack, I did gone once with a backpack and after 2 days my shoulder no longer like it and I bought a bungee net and fix it to the pillion seat

[@paulpanzer9651]

Wieder mal ein super klasse Video von dir. Ich als Motoradfahren schaue mir deine Filme nicht nur an um was über das Motorradfahren zu erfahren sondern auch um Englisch zu lernen. ich finde das du sehr verständlich sprichst und ich obwohl ich nicht so gut Englisch kann sehr viel verstehe. Du bist echt ein riesen Bereicherung für KZbin.....Weiter so....Viele Grüß aus Köln.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Ich danke dir! Alles gut für deine Abenteuer.

[@MitchsScooterStuff]

Scooter can do long trip too :-D I did 1000+ miles a day on my suzuki burgman 400cc, I love it!

[@vishnusukumaran2744]

The Big Bang woo 400 cc ,,here in India sports bike comes at max 400cc and scootys between 100-150cc lol

[@muradhaque6633]

Mitch's Scooter Stuff Right you are. I had 500 km a day by mahindra gusto 110 cc scooter !! And it was lovely totally...

[@jesuisravi]

I have a Burgman 400. It can do it. I don't ride it off road but I'm sure, with the right tires, it could handle that too. I don't do it because I think too much of it, not too little.

[@Lycan_24_7]

I always admire the people that tour on the scooters. No matter how hard a trip might be at times for me I know someone is out there with a bicycle or scooter that has done it.

[@TheEvilSmile]

c90adventures. Enough said.

[@donnyo65]

Great vid - the only advice/observation I would add is - the right motorcycle is the one that you will ride. No use buying what you think is right then hating it so much that you don't ride it! I have a GS Adventure and love it but I know it and my limitations so plan accordingly.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Very well said, thanks!

[@regionalp]

Last year i had made a big mistake i took with me a lot of stuff the 3/4 i bring them back without to put just one this year i take what i am going to considerate like necessary

[@KristianKumpula]

Something I highly recommend not just for touring, but motorcycling in general, is having waterproof overalls in your backpack that you can wear on top of your regular riding gear. Also, for chilly days it's good to have windproof underwear that covers you from neck to toe, as well as a balaclava. And snowmobile riding gear is a must for nut-jobs who want to ride in the winter like myself. It's a great feeling to not be restricted by the weather as a motorcyclist.

[@snailze6761]

Nice! a no B.S. common sense, non click bait video! Plz keep up the great work Thx You and Safe rides.

[@motorcycleadventures]

I will, thanks for watching!

[@Alainjean127]

These simple tips are just excellent and have helped me more than I can say. My favourite: avoid weight, both by choosing the right bike and avoiding 10 Tshirts. Light is right

[@abderrahmanehabbaaina141]

Nice Video, I totally agree with you about the points, even if I never did a long trip yet :-(, but I can imagine what could do those mistakes to you journey. Thank you Pavlin. Enjoy Riding,

[@abhishekpaul5629]

Like your straight forwardness, I don't have a motorcycle but still I'm preparing myself ahead time

[@alba9507]

i also take wet wipes if I'm camping on my trips, they r really inexpensive & do a good job of keeping you clean & fresh.

[@seeker119]

i like wet wipes i use them all the time when im on the road as truck driver, they work very well

[@Whos-That-Guy]

Love this! It's so easy to get caught up in overpriced unnecessary gear. More gear = more faffing. These days I'm cheap and used what ever I can get away with . If you're 5 star hoteling your way around and using freeways then sure got large, i would. For true adventure then it's best to be Zen with minimalism. :)

[@fingerhorn4]

10/10. A1. Spot on. Everything made sense. Well done.

[@eddiespinkworld1892]

I’m getting ready for a long trip from New York to Los Angeles California on my 09 R6 been riding sport bike for 10 year rain,snow, and summer departing June 2020 thanks for the tips

[@motorcycleadventures]

My pleasure man! Good luck on the trip!

[@fqras]

Going Tuesday on an Eurotrip trough Gemany, Czech republic, Austria and Switzerland.

[@RagnosLazy]

Careful here in the Czech Republic, a lot of us are idiotic drivers when it comes to being in the car, have a safe trip!

[@fqras]

Michael J. Caboose haha, every country has idiot drivers compared to the Netherlands. I'll be on the lookout from the moment I cross the border. Thanks for the warning!

[@miteor]

YouFGras I'm not so sure about that - the tailgating that goes on in The Netherlands is atrocious... Your driving standards are really not a lot different to many other countries

[@babus6457]

My wife and I have just come back from a 10,500km trip on the Pan European opposite. She has one pannier, I have the other. The top box is for the bike. 4 weeks up the Article circle then down to the Alps. 6°C to 38°C. We both have breather jackets and waterproofs on top for the rain/cold. Great advice in the video, which we already follow. Plus earplugs all the time, and water bottles. I froze two in the hotel freezer and stuck them inside my jacket to keep cooler. Soaking a T shirt and wearing it under a breather jacket also helps. Get some funny looks in McD coming out of the heads dripping wet though.

[@DonPedro6901]

7:50 "You're not going to die from that!" - excellent! ;-)

[@aswine.sudhakaran3622]

That was a very helpful for someone like me who is just starting out long distance motorcycle touring. Thank you. Ride safe.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you! This was the main idea.

[@CZ350tuner]

Being stranded with a minor breakdown and knowing that the tool needed to access the offending part / area in back home in the garage is not a great feeling. What was a simple quick fix hassle becomes a stranding in the middle of nowhere. I've lost count of the number of people I've stopped to help who wished that they'd (A) carried a spare spark plug and (B) carried a plug spanner. (I've also helped a few riders who didn't even know what a spark plug was or what it did!!). Always plan out what tools, sockets, etc. are required for all the bolts and nuts on your bike. Carry a socket, Allen key and screwdriver for every nut, bolt, screw, etc. on your bike. In the old days of the 1970's European made bikes came with full tool kits, tyre levers, spare inner tube, sometimes even a motorcycle tyre pump (not a bicycle pump). Real competition Enduro bikes (we're talking ISDT bikes NOT road going trail bikes with an Enduro sticker / badge) carry compressed air tanks. A friend discovered that an empty Tyre Weld can be refilled to 140 PSI (rated on the can bottom) and used to clean out blocked carbs, re-inflate motorcycle and even car tyres in a flash and blow crap out of clogged air filters. Always carry spare cables taped to the frame under the gas tank. Always carry some spare lengths of electrical wire for jury rigging, charging from a friend's bike's electrical system if the battery is flat, etc. Gremlins are deterred if you are prepared for a situation. I rode down the west coast of France doing 428 miles a day cruising at 70 MPH on a 1970's 6 Volt CZ 350 twin back in 1991. Anything over 500cc become a serious liability and handling nightmare when loaded up and in local rush hour traffic. Anything below 250cc can't cope with headwinds , hills (or both together) on open fast roads or faster traffic. Adventure bikes are an overweight joke off road riding when compared to trail bikes like the Yamaha XT350. They're meant to stay on the road and pretend to be competent off road bikes. They're the SUV of the bike world. After over 30 years of long distance riding I've pretty much refined a system that rotates around all the hassles I've experienced in that time. Also never forget the motorcycle first aid kit as fixing anything at the side of the road can bring cut fingers!! I never ride with earplugs as I've watched and frantically attempted to tell riders to pull over because their engine / bike is making a (something bad is happening) racket and they're unable to hear the collapsing wheel bearing / broken engine part / loose brake calliper / luggage dragging behind because they're dumb enough to ride with earplugs. Worst still they sometimes can't hear a speeding fast car, bike, trucks, ambulance, fire truck, police car, etc. closing from behind until it's right up upon them.

[@jtdundee]

Bring at least an individual first aid kit... oh, you are so right. With extra stuff you will need for road rash etc. I keep mine in the saddlebag with a reflective red cross on white background sticker so strangers can figure it out. We tend to ride on back roads, and forget that calls for help and response times then the trips to the hospital don't take 5 minutes like in the city. If you don't think it's important now, you will later when you're in the ditch in the middle of nowhere, barely able to crawl. Right about then the importance of the kit kicks in. The reflective sticker is optional, but everybody on a trip has room for the IFAK in their bag.

[@hpg2u]

“Super Ten or a Affie Twin” what a trendy insider you are!

[@cptsky47]

Great advice for all types of trips. Cool. And I don't even have a fancy leather outfit. A pair of jeans, couple of T's, and a pair of comfortable boots. I was in the infantry and I can tell you, carry as little as possible. Thanks for a great vid.

[@jesseparris6507]

I did the "Million Riders to the nation's capitol, D.C., from Connecticut" back on 9//11/2015. About 5 hours and I wore full leather. It turned out to be 90 degrees+ (F) I almost passed out:. way overdressed. I was on a 06' ZX1400, lots of power, not the best sitting position over a 5 hour period. My plan is to get a 1700-1800 CC cruiser now for the longer trips outside the state. (Vaquero, VN2K, VTX1800) I'm getting way too old to ride and not be comfortable. And I'll state the obvious: DO NOT DRINK ANY AMOUNT OF ALCOHOL AND RIDE. Over the last couple of years with people driving distracted from phones, not enough sleep and whatever else like putting on makeup, etc, I've had more drivers pull out of the center lane into my space than in all my riding years combined. Try to stay aware of the blind spots automobile drivers have. One last thing: I just added a small deer whistle underneath my bike. I live in New England and we have lot's of aminals that cross the hiways. Might pay you to get one. The pitch cannot be heard by human ears.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good points, thanks to add it!

[@cedricksamaniego9146]

Jesse Parris deer whistle, what are the effects? perf gear and a pocket rain suit.

[@jesseparris6507]

Best bet is to go over to Google and search on "motorcycle deer whistles." Much better than I can explain. You don't hear anything, the deer gets a heads-up that you are approaching and everything remains good in your life.

[@_droid]

You might want to borrow a cruiser for a while to see if it's really better. I find cruisers stupid uncomfortable. I haven't tried a ZX14 but I find standard-sportbikes like that are the most comfortable for long trips.

[@cedricksamaniego9146]

☣droid☣ every bike has limits.

[@guitarsbybart7894]

I agree with your minimal approach. I have logged over 1 million miles on bikes. For years I only used a military duffle bag that held my clothes, my toilet kit, cooking gear, sleeping bag, and tent. I put double large trashbags in it to keep everything water proof. The only other advise I would add is be very careful during desart crossings. Don't forget the bike and tires get stressed due to heat as well as your body.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good point, thanks!

[@albertptran]

Packed on the day of my trip. Worst timing ever. Never again. Take a few days off before the trip next time

[@christianwitschi21]

You are so right! Don't spent all the time dreaming of a trip...just do it!

[@orgami100]

Don't bring a princess who should be passenger in a MBZ...:)

[@chrisbailey4017]

A very well done and common sense video. Thank you so much for this. I have certainly gained a lot of knowledge and information from it. Keep up the good work my friend. Greetings from New Zealand.

[@teneretraveller8980]

Great stuff. Like you I always plan but, if it is not working out don't be afraid to alter the plan. Otherwise I do not enjoy. Choose your riding companions carefully or one inconsiderate idiot can spoil the trip. Most of all agree that just need to go. If anyone is new to bike trips the hardest part of any trip is the first step. From here it is easier and great. Roll on September and my next trip. Happy travels mate.

[@davefiasconaro5681]

I'm doing a ride to Cuba in a couple weeks, any suggestions???

[@teneretraveller8980]

Dave Fiasconaro for me would have to be fly ride. Sounds great trip!

[@CarlosTilbury]

Water is always take water and some high energy food, I rode around the USA for three months after shipping my bike there from the UK, I took a few days worth of cloths and that's it, bought stuff when need be!

[@huseyinkahraman3906]

İ love this man, greetings from Turkey!!!

[@exeroo9728]

hüseyin kahraman how was the eartquake?

[@jamiegrimes9473]

Great tips! Straight to the point! Ear plugs are a must and I'd throw in Some sweat wicking clothing under your gear on hot rides. When I go through the dessert and it's 105-108° a simple long sleeve sweat wicking shirt and cap make a huge difference. Heat exhaustion is no joke, especially on a motorcycle.

[@motorcycleadventures]

True!

[@juniormainmotor]

Great videos !! I think i'll get a Kawasaki Versys 250/300 for my adventure...

[@circlingoverland4364]

The Unsorry If the 300 Versys was available when I bought my Ninja300 that's what I would have bought instead.

[@Carlosleandronunes]

good tips. I haveva Ka2asaki Z1000. It s not a proper bike for a long trip, but I instaled a wind scream and side bags. I was able to go from New Jersey to Florida in 2 days and a half. It was ok, but I wish I could have a Kawasaki Versys 1000 for that. thanks for the video and also for the motorcycles review

[@mrdood740]

Excellent video! Why on earth would anyone downvote this? Gotta love youtube!

[@six8367]

497 GS lovers 🤣

[@NK-dl2nc]

Good advice. All my friends carry too much crap. I carry 1 kriega 30ltr bag for clothes and personal items, and one 10ltr bag which has waterproofs and spare gloves etc in case the weather goes mental. I still don't use all I take with me and have found that what is sufficient for a weekend is sufficient for a 2 week trip. Just make sure that you bias what you take toward the climate you are riding in and just maybe do as I do and carry a waterproof over suit and some extra gloves so that you can keep dry in the rain and if it get very cold you have an extra layer to keep the wind out....works for me.

[@EmanuelRotter]

good video, usefull information and extremo symphaticaly guy

[@barrykery1175]

Excellent video. All very good suggestions and the suggestions are good to live by. You are the first one to address the weight of the bike. I never could understand why some guys take BIG, Heavy BMW bikes, fully loaded with gear like they are on an expedition that will last 2 years. You will almost always find a town where you can wash your close and freshen up. Barry

[@motorcycleadventures]

I always wondering like you, that's why I said that. Thanks for watching!

[@philipjanes]

Wise words. Good video.

[@cwdaniels4]

I enjoyed this common sense video very much ;-) Thank you. I am riding down the western coast of South Africa next month.

[@jpsholland]

Why are all motorcyclists on the world friends and helping each other out, meanwhile all religions of the world are enemies and always ready to torture and kill each other? Worship motorcycles, they are the real gods as they bring friendship, joy, fun and good times.

[@galerinha]

It's not religion fault. If you give a motorcycle to a jihadist he would probably use it for war anyway. The thing is people are fighting for power and resources since humanity begin. Actually before it if you believe in evolution our animal ancestors were fighting for resources, survival or the prettiest female around. This is how this world works. Religion is only the excuse for the war to happens. Look the animal world. Most species are fighting each other every day. Why lions fight each other? Because they want to become the alpha lion, to have their own children. Why human fight each other? Basically for the same reason. You want to have more resources for your country prosper, you want to be the leader of the nation, you want to be the leader of the company, you want to provide better for your family. Stop imagining utopia, leave Woodstock and welcome to the real world. It sucks I know it. You can try to make it a little better or ride your bike and forget about it, or both. Peace

[@toml6263]

Lots of good advice here. IMO the most important decision you make before a long bike trip is who you go with. My wife and I have been 2 up from Missouri to Alaska twice on a Harley bagger. It's a lot more fun and less stressful when you ride with people who are excited about the same things you are.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, I already have a video about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4SmqKyQlsp4mas

[@jeffday6459]

I have kawaski 650r i take on a long trip

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good, just do it!

[@JokoSusilo-rl5fy]

I like your quote "the world is so big, but the time that we have on earth is so little"

[@myvideo517]

3:32 very funny

[@pawandhiman21]

really

[@btankful]

This guy is really smart. I was taking way too much gear.

[@stevenp1961]

:) I biked from Boston to San Antonio all backroads last November. It took me twenty five days. Every piece of his advice is Great. Darn shame I had to learn it all by myself. I'll be watching more of these vids to lessen my future pains.... and ;) increase my pleasures...Great Job Ivan. ;

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks for watching Steven!

[@grzegorzgrotkowski6575]

That is well said! No bullshit, just riding. My thumbs up for you man! Great job!

[@zinstein007]

Good video. I am 64 (65 years in Jan 2017) and couldn't wait to get ride of my 2005 Kawasaki Concours. Too big, to heavy. If I get another bike it will be something like a 650 V Strom. No more land barges. For single up riding there is no reason that a 650 can't do the job. And save on insurance and maintenance costs to boot.

[@crpth1]

zinstein007 - Test a Burgman 650. I believe you'll be quite surprised. ;-)

[@shawnregan6301]

I appreciate your no nonsense approach to motorcycle travel.

[@losttouristpresents]

All valid and good points! Looking forward to my cross country ride this summer!

[@wightywight4712]

well done - straight forward and full of common sense advice that, if followed, could make the world of difference! Kudos.

[@007djrose]

Brilliant, lots of great advice. I am very guilty of the packing mistake but only done two such rides so far and realise I took too much stuff. Thank you for making me realise this and I promise to do better in the future. Next trip to Belgium should be much lighter. Best wishes and ride safe

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you so much for watching and commend it David! I am glad that you found the video useful. Good luck on your next adventures!

[@BlueAlgon]

Thanks for taking the time to share your experiences/expertise. I've watched a couple of you videos so far, and they seem very good.

[@charlesrahim3455]

Thanks man. Good video and good advice. " best one was wrong motorcycle!" very nice. thanks. Charles from Australia.

[@mctilt]

Good sensible information, preparation and common sense are the key to a safe comfortable journey. I have to agree that earplugs are a must!.

[@Lycan_24_7]

Good tips, thank you from America. I'm going to try to get to some of the states I have not visited yet. I need to be more compact with my gear.

[@SandraOrtmann1976]

I learned that thing with the weight the hard way on trailing east to west through the Scottish Highlands. On foot, where your backpack was your home. Boy, how every gram suddenly became important. I quickly got rid of a good bit of my clothing. We went in a group, so everyone not only had to carry his own stuff, but also food and parts of the tents. So up to another 2-3 kgs. There you learned how much underwear can weigh. I just threw away my pimple conditioner (was 16 at that time). I survived without it. Will never forget that trip, it was a lot of fun.

[@motorcycleadventures]

I really hope that many will learn the easy way, but I really doubt...

[@tomhogan6906]

Mate, every word you said in the respective video, I agree with you more than 1000 %! I have been there and done it so I fully understand. Good On you!

[@jamesarendse9739]

I don't even have a bike and I enjoyed your advise. Simply brilliant!!!!!!!

[@akepettersson4847]

A good video 🙏 I'm going on my life's first touring trip , a short one to Sweden & Norway. Here's my gear : Bike : BMW GSA 2015. Clothes : Halvarssons Jacket : Prime , Trousers : Prince. ( Both with Outlast & GoreTex ) Boots : BMW. Helmet : Schuberth C3 Pro with SENA 10 U. Gloves : Halvarssons with "Outlast" & GoreTex. It's going to be FUN !!!

[@motorcycleadventures]

It is always fun. Enjoy your trip!

[@cedricksamaniego9146]

these tips are great but it also helps to experience first hand. Not super long maybe start with a 4-6 hour trip. lighter helmet is great also wipes/ snacks/ water/ and a battery booster for your phone. I ride a 11' duc monster 796, first bike. add-ons for my bike is my next plan before I take on my next longer trip as well as upgrading my tool kit. I'm still learning what my bike can DO and can NOT DO. one mistake lots of drivers and riders for get sometimes is to always fill up at stops ⛽ ONE more thing, a couple of pain killers for light and strong.

[@justcn09]

The best bike is the one you have! You just need to select the long trip that your bike is capable of. Too small for USA interstates? Take state highways and enjoy all the towns you pass through instead of zooming past them. Take rain gear, which also doubles as a light jacket. Except for the shirt and tie, his packing list sounds like my first long trip. lol. I'm still trying to reduce the load but it's hard to give up the comfortable camping chair.

[@milomindabinda8115]

Great sound advice and examples. Nice job!

[@madmarty7103]

A leather suit is airtight and with the matching underwear it's perfect for winter and even with perforation you will slowly die in summer because of the heat. The Fireblade has a really touring-friendly seating position. My experiences seems to be quiet different to yours.

[@2012cdman]

thank you so much… everyday I learn New idea and tricks from ur Blogs…. keep going with respect

[@aliejusoil3227]

absolutelly right about the 5th mistake, done 30K km Chile-US , and riding was a full time job in it self

[@SergeDelishis]

loved your video and your humor... great tips and straight talk. your english is great too.

[@valeriupana1925]

Absoltly right ! We have ride last summer the Road of Bonnes 2000Km no asphalt, only dust and warm. We have used only two T-shirts and one litle soap. No shower gel, no antiperspirant, but moskitos spray and sun protect cream. Relativ lights motorbikes, BMW F650GS, no paniers, only a Luois bag each. 80% of the weight was spare parts.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good, so learned the hard way. I hope that many will listen our advice.

[@BLKnPrd67]

Wonderful advice, I have owned mostly cruisers and touring bikes. I recently purchased a 2010 BMW F800 and the weight difference is tremendous. I don't know the the real weight difference is in the woods. I almost purchased a 2018 KLR 650 but I was still in the mindset of road riding comfort. I'm sure I'll regret it because I have a bike for the street.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Enjoy your trips!

[@galja6889]

Wonderful video and so so true!Great straight forward advice.

[@billness2635]

Aside from number 5, I committed the others, but, I quickly adjusted. I rode my KTM 690 Enduro R over 8000 miles in 7 weeks through Europe, Morocco and the U.K. this past spring. I selected the 690 for Morocco, but knew it would suffer on the European A roads. To compensate, I used 2 different front sprockets for off road and highways. I also started out with too much of everything! I ditched my Panniers in Spain for one small tail bag and a tank bag. 14 days with two changes of clothing and personals. Once back to Spain, I sent most of the gear to my final destination 5 weeks away. I did not plan each day, or a destination overall through the whole trip. I only planned for being back to Heathrow by my fly home date and crating the bike for shipping. By not planning, I never felt rushed! I made sure to be in a town or village by 5pm to find a cheap room and secured bike parking.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good points. Thanks for watching and for this commend.

[@carlogigli2606]

CIAO BELLO (TALKING ABOUT THE SPEAKER), YOU GO ON A MOTORCYCLE TRIP OR JUST SUNDAY AFTERNOON , THE SAME WAY ! ALWAYS PREPARED ! AND THE MORE KNOWLEDGE YOU HAVE, THE LESS SHIT YOU GOTTA BRING/CARRY... I PERSONALLY AVERAGED 25 THOUSAND KILOMETERS A YEAR IN MY 20 EES (50 NOW, BROKEN FEMUR, NECK , BUT STILL RIDING). LOVE YOU ANYWAY, SGT.GIGLI/PENTRITE P.S. 70R0302TR !

[@geonaute8119]

Totally agree with your points Pavlin...as usual great video, spot to the points....

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks!

[@davemcmahon8140]

great advice thanks