Tips/advice For Long Distance Trip

[CBBaron]

Left at 5 this morning.

6.5 hours from Dublin to my dads work in warrenton Virginia.

Sounds like you had a decent ride.

 

And now you know 5 hours on the freeway is nothing like 5 hours of back roads. I know I can ride 8+ hours of backroads and not feel too fatigued but 1 hour on the freeway and I start worrying about when I'm going to stop  

 

The little Ninja is not a bad ride for a long trip. Not many options for luggage but its comfortable and the engine will do 70+ mph all day.

 

 

Craig

[Koreo]

Honestly wasnt bad at all. I popped advil at the 2 gas stops. stopped once more just to stretch. so 3 total. my shoulders were the only things hurting. I was doing 80+ most of the way and my ghetto cruise control worked beautifully, just had to make small adjustments due to the elevation but not having to hold the throttle constantly.

 

I have saddle bags and tank bag i borrowed from kmanlyst and dying shawdow

 

Im heading back to brohio tomorrow :/  

Edited June 25, 2013 by Koreo

[polarity]

Make sure to recheck the bike before the trip back. Check lights, tire pressure (and wear), brakes and make sure you got all the bags hooked properly. Do a self check... wallet, watch, keys, etc. All the same tips as before stop and stretch, drink lots and have fun.

[DerekClouser]

AS OsuMJ can attest, also make sure all your pockets with your vitals, (wallet keys, etc) are closed before riding.

 

Also don't forget your ear plugs or headphones - 7 hours of wind noise can really give you a headache and affect your hearing.

[Koreo]

1113.2 miles from Dublin, OH to my home in VA, to Harrisonburg, VA back to home, back to Dublin. Good night