What tent (2 or 3 person) fits in a tour pack or side bags on a 2014 RK?
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It's not often you need to park your bike under a cover.
If it's raining you need to park on pavement, not under a cover sitting in the grass.
Most campgrounds won't let you drive on the grass anyway and they won't let you set up a tent on the pavement.
Some won't even let you set up a tent in the grass, they have a special boxed in dirt/graveled area for tents you couldn't get your bike into even if you wanted to.
Also imagine how hard it is to get in and out of the tent with a big cruiser parked in front of the door.
That thing's not for me.
Last edited by silvrbill; Feb 5, 2017 at 11:07 PM.
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You can spend any amount you wish on a tent and the they are worth the extra cash if you use them. I just have an WalMart special that I carry with me for back up. Used it twice. Gets stolen or rips no big deal
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1. If one heads to a rally that's in a field, there is no place to hang it.
2. Many parks have rules that say something like, "No person shall attach a rope, line or other device to a tree, shrub or structure." They may allow some sort of strap, sling or webbing attachment.
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Unfortunately, there are a few issues with hammocks.
1. If one heads to a rally that's in a field, there is no place to hang it.
2. Many parks have rules that say something like, "No person shall attach a rope, line or other device to a tree, shrub or structure." They may allow some sort of strap, sling or webbing attachment.
1. If one heads to a rally that's in a field, there is no place to hang it.
2. Many parks have rules that say something like, "No person shall attach a rope, line or other device to a tree, shrub or structure." They may allow some sort of strap, sling or webbing attachment.
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I know it sounds extreme but you can always vent the bag if you get too warm but you can't keep the the heat in a lesser bag when you need it.
Always better to have too much than too little when it comes to warmth.
Throw a tarp on the ground, some kind of matttress to insulate you from the cold ground, sleeping bag, another cover (the tent works good) to protect you from rain.
Make sure your final layer completely covers the tarp underneath you or the rain will be funneled onto the ground tarp and soak your mattress and bag.
Make sure you never breathe into a bag all night trying to stay warm.
The condensation from your breath will chill you to the bone by morning and your bag will be wet inside.
Last edited by silvrbill; Feb 7, 2017 at 10:00 AM.
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Make several holes if necessary.
With a good hammer behind it it will penetrate almost anything except sold rock.
Pour water in the hole.
Let it sit for a few minutes and then drive your tent stakes in.
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No it's called go to town and get a cheap hotel room, I have no desire to carry that much junk. Nor did I wish to sleep layered up in my cold weather riding gear, which would have worked in a pinch.
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It's not junk if you buy quality.
Every piece of camping equipment I use on my trips is light weight, packs small and is a vital piece of equipment when I'm 50 miles from the nearest town and am ready to call it a day.
I like BLM land, national forests, primitive camping areas.
I know it's not for everyone but there's nothing quite like being alone at your own campsite with nothing but wild all around you.
And where's the fun if you don't have some adventure along the way?
Every piece of camping equipment I use on my trips is light weight, packs small and is a vital piece of equipment when I'm 50 miles from the nearest town and am ready to call it a day.
I like BLM land, national forests, primitive camping areas.
I know it's not for everyone but there's nothing quite like being alone at your own campsite with nothing but wild all around you.
And where's the fun if you don't have some adventure along the way?
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I meant to post earlier but I couldn't find where I put the tent.
Just found it. The Ozark Trail (got it at Walmart) 7' x7' two person tent designed for back packing will fit a 14 RK saddle back. Just checked it on mine.
It does it by having very short poles and of course more of them.
The item is CVO707F/Model 30009 and is distributed by Wal Mart.
I camp alone and 7X7 is good enough for one. For two I prefer a 7x9.
There is an 800 number to call. 1-888-774-5840.
It is the blue one in the pic.
If you are looking for very high quality REI should have a backpacking tent also and it would fit the saddlebag. A larger tent can be carried by the saddle bag by just removing the poles and carry them across the luggage rack or back rest sissy bar.
Just found it. The Ozark Trail (got it at Walmart) 7' x7' two person tent designed for back packing will fit a 14 RK saddle back. Just checked it on mine.
It does it by having very short poles and of course more of them.
The item is CVO707F/Model 30009 and is distributed by Wal Mart.
I camp alone and 7X7 is good enough for one. For two I prefer a 7x9.
There is an 800 number to call. 1-888-774-5840.
It is the blue one in the pic.
If you are looking for very high quality REI should have a backpacking tent also and it would fit the saddlebag. A larger tent can be carried by the saddle bag by just removing the poles and carry them across the luggage rack or back rest sissy bar.
Last edited by lh4x4; Feb 7, 2017 at 07:21 PM.