
No one can know all motorcycle tips and there is a lot out there. Almost everyone has a great story to tell about a trip that they've been on. I'm always learning new tips and tricks to riding and touring on motorcycles or just kicking back on the porch and bragging about the last fantastic trip of a lifetime that we were on. And I'm sure others feel the same way.
Below you'll find a place where you can read articles from our visitors and get some great information. We would also ask that you leave some in return so that our pastime of touring can grow. We only ask that you do not post advertisements or links to commercial pages. We're looking for true rider tips that have come from ingenuity and necessity while on the road or in the garage.
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Muppet Rage
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Pick your touring partners very, very carefully folks. Below is an anecdote you may find interesting. The names have been changed to protect the innocent ...
Outta Gas ?
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If you run ot of fuel here are some tips. 1: Most service stations carry a jerry can, you may have to leave a depo..but they do have them.
If no service ...
Windscreen cleaning
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I made a huge mistake with my new Concours14. I used the scrubber at a gas station on the road. These scrubbers have hidden dirt and sand in the mixture ...
Baby Powder (Not just for Babies)
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If you are on a long trip during the hottest days of summer, the one item you don't want to leave home with out is small bottle of Baby Powder. As you ...
electrical tape
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my son and I were passing through lower michigan on our way to laconia back a few years ago, and dont you know it, the classic break down, middle of no ...
The BEST intercom/Communication equipment on the market!
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Autocom makes the best communication equipment available! I am a professional motorcycle tour guide and after 5 years of testing everything out there I ...
Do more with less
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It's tempting to buy all the gizmos and gadgets and toys you think you'll want to have on a long tour. Some are indispensable. But, I can tell you from ...
Motorcycle Photography
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At 52, my kids think I'm an old fossil but what do you expect from a 19,16 & 12 year old? My youngest is a girl and she's been riding behind me for a very ...
Long Distance Riding Concerns
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Mike,
Saw your link on http://www.ridersrally.com I would suggest maybe elaborating a little more on the subtle effects of being in the saddle all day,...
crabbo
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do not buy a corbin seat... i did and it still makes my butt numb,definately a mistake on my part..i have a honda vtx 1800-c and let me say that honda ...
Traveling with Others
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Depending upon who you're with, taking a long distance motorcycle trip with other bike riders can be one of extremes: either heaven or hell! However, if ...
Rain Gear
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When on a long trip, it is inevitable that you will hit some rain (the "R" word). You might get lucky and not see a drop but in my 35+ years of riding,...
For all those "I think I want to ride with my husband today" gals
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Very simple tip, invest in a comfortable pair of riding boots. If that is not possible, a STURDY but comfortable pair of full coverage shoes. For those ...
Broken Throttle Cable
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Two summers ago I was heading over the mountain, just gearing down for the twisties, and snap! ... my throttle cable broke. First thought was to turn ...
camping or travel
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If you ever get the idea you want to try camping and don't want to buy high dollor gear, you can use a large pair of blue jeans or other work pants ...
Jerry Cannon
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Too many people are caught up in brands, just get on your motorcycle, use your head and go. Have fun, stop often and take pictures. Don't let anyone say ...
tire puncture plugs===don't leave home without it!
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I was on the road and my rear tire picked up a nail. Plugged it with those plugs that you can get from Wal-Mart (comes with glue). My mistake was I pumped ...
Checking Trailer Tongue Weight
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In order to check the tongue weight for my trailer I use a Fish Scale, which can measure up to at least 60 pounds. With the ten percent rule I don’t think ...