33 touring tips

[HIGHLANDER]

Learn any new ones from the list ?

https://www.amadirectlink.com/roadride/Ride...c/33secrets.asp

 

[evilmedic13]

Learn any new ones from the list ?

https://www.amadirectlink.com/roadride/Ride...c/33secrets.asp

Definitely a few I didn't think of.

 

[dbvolfan]

Hadn't thought of this one before...

12) Don’t forget that pack-and-ship places are just about everywhere these days. They’re perfect when you spot that antique umbrella stand you’re dying to buy hundreds of miles from home.

 

[Geezer]

All good ideas and worth thinking about. I probably follow about half of them.

Regarding this one:

25) On a long tour, plan for at least one day every week of doing nothing. Time is the ultimate luxury, and can mean the difference between a vacation and an endurance run.

I can't imagine myself sitting out a full day.

 

[Warchild]

I use this list here... and even then, I'm guilty of not always following it..... IBA Archive of Wisdom

 

[dcarver]

Here's a new one for me:

"8) Going on a long, complex trip? Keep yourself organized with the envelope system. Before you leave, prepare one envelope for each day on the road. Mark the dates and locations on the outside, then stuff things like hotel reservation info and lists of things to see inside. Instead of juggling your entire stack of literature to find the piece you need, you can just open up that day’s envelope."

 

[Calabash]

Thanks for the sites, I'm going out west this summer and can really use this information.

 

[krashdragon]

Thanks for the sites, I'm going out west this summer and can really use this information.

the biggest tip...

WHEN IT'S HOT... DRINK LOTS OF WATER!

Out in the desert, I found myself literally puring a half gallon of Gatoraide down my throat when I stopped for gas... therefore, I ordered Skyway's hydration system!

A camelbak is useless if you have luggage, a passenger or a backrest to lean on....

At least I did better that the Wing riders I saw... I had clothes on! <G>

Tank tops and shorts in the desert with over 100F is not the brightest idea.....

The other thing I did which is different than what they said since I was only riding from point A to point B.... I average 50mph including gas stops and eating, etc.

50 mph times the # of hours I was willing to ride every day... and kinda stuck to that.... I didnt' get as tired as night until the temps hit over 100F, then just did shorter days. When it got cold and windy and rainy, I figured 40MPH average. doesn't sound like much, but it worked.

Mary

 

[Calabash]

Yep, I got Skyway's Hydration System as well. Looking forward to using it when it get hot here in the south.

 

[camera56]

Great lists guys, thanks. I'll add one . . .

If you can't remember the last ten minutes . . . like it and you weren't even there . . . and it happens twice in a short period of time. Stop riding.

 

[HIGHLANDER]

DAMN!

might as well put a hitch on my rollaway !!

21. Upgrade your tool kit.

10 in. Channelock pliers

6 in. Channelock pliers

6 in. needle nose pliers

5 in. flush cutting wire cutters

5 in. wire strippers

6 in. locking surgical forceps

4 in. 1/8 flat blade screwdriver

4 1/2 3/16 flat blade screwdriver

4 in. 00 Phillips screwdriver

6 in. #1 Phillips screwdriver

7 1/2 in. #2 Phillips screwdriver

7 1/2 in. 1/4 in. flat screwdriver

Xcelite four way driver

Magnet, general use, small

6 in. Crescent Wrench

Short 1/2 - 9/16 in. open end wrench

M 10 X M 11 open end wrench

M 12 X M 14 open end wrench

M 10 X M 11 box end wrench

M 12 X M 14 box end wrench

M 17 X M 19 box end wrench

MAC combination six point Flex Box End/Open End, M 10, M 12, M 14, M 17 wrenches

4 oz. ball pien hammer, with handle shortened to 7 in.

M 5 hex key - short arm

M 6 hex key - short arm

M 5 Ball end hex key - "T" handle - 8 in.

Machinist's scribe, self storing point

6 Straight edge razor blades

6 C.C. tube of Locktite

6 Oz. tube of RTV clear silicone sealer

Two Tube 5 Minute Epoxy

Zip-lock bag of Anti-Seize Compound

Zip-lock bag of rear spline lube, Honda 60% moly paste (for rear tire change)

The two above items stored in 35 MM film containers, clean, dry, protected!

Top quality padlock - with keys

2 spare electric vest wire connectors - wired

12 feet of two conductor electric wire

35-40 small zip ties - 3 1/2 in.

12 medium zip ties - 8 in.

8 in. Tire Iron

6 electricians tapes, roll ends only, very easy to carry/use

12 Pre-Packaged alcohol wipes, for general clean-up

6 Pre-packaged "Handy-Towels" for your hands, etc.

clean up towels, terrycloth

ALL - Snap-On, Craftsman, Mac, Xelite, etc., PROFESSIONAL TOOLS!

Not In The Above Kit:

Stock ST1100A Honda Tool-kit

siphon hose, 5 /16 in. I.D., 6 feet long

1/4 in. Nylon rope, 15 feet long

12 in. Crescent Wrench

M 5, M 6 long arm, ball end hex drivers

Spare fuses for "EVERYTHING"

Re-chargable, 2-D Cell flashlight

AA cell Maglight, on neck lanyard, for walking bonuses/back-up

Two AAA cell Maglights

Eye glass repair kit

Sewing kit

Safety pins

Lensatic, Engineer Compass

2 Magnifying glasses, 2X, and 5X

Small mirror

Swiss Army Knife

Wavetek, DM78A Digital Multimeter

Digital tire gauge

Spare keys for "everything"

6 new Micro-Point ball point pens

MANY spare batteries for flashlights, clock/timers, shaver, Screaming-Meanies!

Buck TITANIUM locking blade knife, 3 3/4 in. blade

Spare headlight, driving light, license plate, and other bulbs

Spare throttle cables

 

[gr8eyes]

I'm riding with you next time I go for a ride Highlander. I would never have to worry about breaking down. And the real neat thing is you know what to do with them. That is an impressive array of tools. I wish I was a mechanic.

Glenn

 

[HIGHLANDER]

I'm riding with you next time I go for a ride Highlander. I would never have to worry about breaking down. And the real neat thing is you know what to do with them. That is an impressive array of tools. I wish I was a mechanic.
Glenn

Nah that ain't me Glenn, that came from the LDR link WC posted up :blink:

 

[Fencer]

5) On high-mileage days, you’ll feel a lot better if you carry eyedrops and use them every time you stop for gas.

 

[bikerskier]

How much does all that s..t weigh... and where do you find the room for it? After all, you got to have your priorities, some single malt, a few clothes, a book, maybe a good vodka or gin for martinis, rain gear, cigars, a 6 pack of good micro brew and maybe some good tequila or a nice pinot noir. I really know a guy who travels this way. Great story teller.

 

[HaulinAshe]

34. Always order your double cheeseburger without onions. That way you get one prepared "fresh".

35. Aleve is your friend.

36. ZipLock bags and Windex wipes. Need I say more.

I just signed up for AMA Tow. Been looking for such a service for months. Had no idea AMA had anything worthwhile.

 

[mike25]

37. Bottle of Captian Morgan, you can always get Coke. (even in dry counties)

 

[Go Far]

DAMN!might as well put a hitch on my rollaway !!

21. Upgrade your tool kit.

10 in. Channelock pliers

6 in. Channelock pliers

6 in. needle nose pliers

5 in. flush cutting wire cutters

5 in. wire strippers

6 in. locking surgical forceps

4 in. 1/8 flat blade screwdriver

4 1/2 3/16 flat blade screwdriver

4 in. 00 Phillips screwdriver

6 in. #1 Phillips screwdriver

7 1/2 in. #2 Phillips screwdriver

7 1/2 in. 1/4 in. flat screwdriver

Xcelite four way driver

Magnet, general use, small

6 in. Crescent Wrench

Short 1/2 - 9/16 in. open end wrench

M 10 X M 11 open end wrench

M 12 X M 14 open end wrench

M 10 X M 11 box end wrench

M 12 X M 14 box end wrench

M 17 X M 19 box end wrench

MAC combination six point Flex Box End/Open End, M 10, M 12, M 14, M 17 wrenches

4 oz. ball pien hammer, with handle shortened to 7 in.

M 5 hex key - short arm

M 6 hex key - short arm

M 5 Ball end hex key - "T" handle - 8 in.

Machinist's scribe, self storing point

6 Straight edge razor blades

6 C.C. tube of Locktite

6 Oz. tube of RTV clear silicone sealer

Two Tube 5 Minute Epoxy

Zip-lock bag of Anti-Seize Compound

Zip-lock bag of rear spline lube, Honda 60% moly paste (for rear tire change)

The two above items stored in 35 MM film containers, clean, dry, protected!

Top quality padlock - with keys

2 spare electric vest wire connectors - wired

12 feet of two conductor electric wire

35-40 small zip ties - 3 1/2 in.

12 medium zip ties - 8 in.

8 in. Tire Iron

6 electricians tapes, roll ends only, very easy to carry/use

12 Pre-Packaged alcohol wipes, for general clean-up

6 Pre-packaged "Handy-Towels" for your hands, etc.

clean up towels, terrycloth

ALL - Snap-On, Craftsman, Mac, Xelite, etc., PROFESSIONAL TOOLS!

Not In The Above Kit:

Stock ST1100A Honda Tool-kit

siphon hose, 5 /16 in. I.D., 6 feet long

1/4 in. Nylon rope, 15 feet long

12 in. Crescent Wrench

M 5, M 6 long arm, ball end hex drivers

Spare fuses for "EVERYTHING"

Re-chargable, 2-D Cell flashlight

AA cell Maglight, on neck lanyard, for walking bonuses/back-up

Two AAA cell Maglights

Eye glass repair kit

Sewing kit

Safety pins

Lensatic, Engineer Compass

2 Magnifying glasses, 2X, and 5X

Small mirror

Swiss Army Knife

Wavetek, DM78A Digital Multimeter

Digital tire gauge

Spare keys for "everything"

6 new Micro-Point ball point pens

MANY spare batteries for flashlights, clock/timers, shaver, Screaming-Meanies!

Buck TITANIUM locking blade knife, 3 3/4 in. blade

Spare headlight, driving light, license plate, and other bulbs

Spare throttle cables

A list worth repeating!

:construction:

 

[E1Allen]

Always a few things that you might have forgot. Not a bad idea to run through the list before doing a long ride just to make sure you remember something you might have forgot or need to know.