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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 10:04 AM
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On a long tripsI like to stop when I hit reserve but just going for a ride depends on:
How far I have left to go & who is waiting for me
How interesting the area is
How hungry or thirsty I am
If there is a big blue light behind me or I have to pee real bad.

Mostly it's for the Pee Break and the Blue Light Special!
(Of course I am an old Geezer so for Pee Breaks, your mileage may vary)
Getting old sucks
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 10:06 AM
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When I need gas; every 150-200 miles. More often with my wife on the back, but not less every 100 miles.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 10:08 AM
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I usually stop every 100 miles. It doesn't matter if I'm onthe Sportster or Softail. I usually pull into a gas station to fill up and stretch my legs for a bit. Even if I'm not hurtin', it's still nice to stretch to so I don't wind up hurtin'.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 11:06 AM
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Long trips every 100 miles. Short hops about 60 miles or until I need a smoke
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 11:22 AM
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WhenI need to wizz or need gas. Ride safe. Mike
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 11:32 AM
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+1 what he said!
 
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Old Oct 17, 2007 | 04:30 PM
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Yeah 2-up makes the ride a little more interesting.
 
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