long ride check list
Tourer
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 439
Likes: 1
From: Orange Co, California
personal items list this is kind of ok. You make your own list and print.
http://micapeak.com/checklists/mclist.html
http://micapeak.com/checklists/mclist.html
2nd Gear
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
From: PA
Sorry, should of just posted link. Also covers every state law.
http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US...bmLocale=en_US
http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US...bmLocale=en_US
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 2,275
Likes: 241
From: Highlands, NJ
Surprised it took so long for someone to mention tire plugs. I also carry a small Slime 40001 compressor. You should already have a tool kit.
I've also seen people do amazing things with Duct Tape.
I've also seen people do amazing things with Duct Tape.
Tourer
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 334
Likes: 5
From: Central IN
Here is a link to what teedubya started -
Camping on tour
You didn't say if you were camping or not, but there should be a few good ideas for you.
Camping on tour
You didn't say if you were camping or not, but there should be a few good ideas for you.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 4,999
Likes: 55
From: Bay Area
I always end up carrying enough stuff to fix everyone elses bike on the trip, the drawback of being a mechanic on vacation, but it helps everyone get home. One thing you must do, call your credit card company and tell them you are going on a X days trip thru X states and will be using your card a lot (maybe you dont) This way they wont shut your card down because it looks like it was stolen and someones going on a spending spree. Trust me, you need to do this.
When torquing fasteners I would blue locktite almost every critical fastener, and make sure the electrical connections exposed to the elements are clean and use dielectric grease on the plug connections. A compressor and tire plug kit are invaluable especially in the middle of nowhere. GPS is good too. Depending on how old the bike is, put fresh batteries in your key fobs after the second year, ask me how I know.
Glad this thread came up again, I always find something new to add for my next trip.
When torquing fasteners I would blue locktite almost every critical fastener, and make sure the electrical connections exposed to the elements are clean and use dielectric grease on the plug connections. A compressor and tire plug kit are invaluable especially in the middle of nowhere. GPS is good too. Depending on how old the bike is, put fresh batteries in your key fobs after the second year, ask me how I know.
Glad this thread came up again, I always find something new to add for my next trip.
Last edited by bagman1; Apr 24, 2011 at 08:46 PM.
Thread Starter
|
Advanced
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 72
Likes: 0
From: Alabaster, AL
I was asking more about the bike as I stay out of town all the time so I have that part covered. I do have the tool bag with tire plugs but I will also have new wheels and tires before I leave. I will be staying in a hotel and the trip is only about 300 miles each way to Panama City for Thunder on the Beach which will also be my first bike rally. I will also be taking the service manual just in case. I will be riding a 2005 eg and just want to make sure I have done every thing I can to keep from a break down while Im gone.
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 424
Likes: 2
From: Middle of Kansas
300 miles one way?
That changes things a little.....
Make sure everything is tight,fluids and tire pressures are good,and hit the road!
If it starts in the morning,you should be able to make it 600+ miles unless it is in poor mechanical shape.
Enjoy the rally and don't worry about breaking down.
That changes things a little.....
Make sure everything is tight,fluids and tire pressures are good,and hit the road!
If it starts in the morning,you should be able to make it 600+ miles unless it is in poor mechanical shape.
Enjoy the rally and don't worry about breaking down.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 3,873
Likes: 13
From: NW Arkansas
That made me LOL!!!! If you take everything that everybody suggested, you will need to pull a trailer......maybe pups! Take the obvious and don't worry about it. If you need something, stop and buy it. If it turns out you wish you would have brought something you didn't, take it next time. Take off and have an adventure! Ride safe!