Trip out west.......
Road Master
Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Southern Illinois
I carry a cell phone and credit card. Been lucky and have been able to do my own roadside repairs. A major breakdown might require a tow service, so I'd try to find a shop as close to me as possible and have them send someone or recommend someone to come pick me up.
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: Coeur d'Alene
My Geico bike policy has roadside assistance but I suspect there's a dollar limitation. Maybe your insurance has it or it can be added pretty reasonably.If you're a HOG member for $20/yr you can be covered to be towed to the nearest HD dealer or the town it's in regardless of mileage with no out of pocket expense.
Intermediate
Joined: Sep 2011
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From: queens ny
HoG membership, I broke down in milwaukee and they towed me to closest dealer for nothing.I tipped the driver 20 bucks because they sent a flatbed like I asked.And he had brand new tiedown straps with the handlebar stabilizer.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2010
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From: Washington
I agree . This is the best option.HOG and AMA roadside are not good plans for the open road. AAA with RV 100 or optional 200 mile tow.That is the choice.
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Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: Coeur d'Alene
Took a look at the AAA website and see that their RV/bike coverage has a limit of only 100 miles for a premium of $125/yr. You could burn up 100 miles in no time trying to get to a qualified shop west of the Mississippi. Don't know what a HOG membership costs these days, but that + $20/yr for unlimited towing mileage might be the way to go. These insurers all contract with the same tow operators.
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From: Michigan
JMHO here, but I suggest that you never leave on a long trip unless you know that your bike is roadworthy.
A new or very recent battery, new tires, new spark plugs and new fluids can greatly reduce the chances of a breakdown.
A few tools and a tire repair kit are also great things to have with you.
BTW, I have AAA RV-Plus, Progressive Road Service, and I think I have road service on my H-D ESP warranty.
I also carry a pair of tie-downs and a few extra bucks just in case.
A new or very recent battery, new tires, new spark plugs and new fluids can greatly reduce the chances of a breakdown.
A few tools and a tire repair kit are also great things to have with you.
BTW, I have AAA RV-Plus, Progressive Road Service, and I think I have road service on my H-D ESP warranty.
I also carry a pair of tie-downs and a few extra bucks just in case.