what time of year to do coast to coast ???
#11
I do a "big ride" every year leaving from Washington State. Last year I did the lower 48 in 16 days. I always leave the day after Labor Day. The weather is great in the Northwet (not a typo LOL) and starting to cool down in the South. Also, much less traffic because the vacationers are mostly gone because school has started. You don't want to hit the Northwest until July if want weather you can depend on. If I were riding your route I would head North and then West, finishing up the Southern states toward the end of September.
#12
Great question.
In for answers.
May be luck of the draw.
Summer 100 degree heat. Spring snow ice residue. Winter I say no. Fall could be cold + unpredictable weather.
Is there a 30 day envelope of so called perfect motorcycle traveling weather?
OP's route seems to indicate almost a four corner ride of the USA.
I'd guess May 01 to 30.
In for answers.
May be luck of the draw.
Summer 100 degree heat. Spring snow ice residue. Winter I say no. Fall could be cold + unpredictable weather.
Is there a 30 day envelope of so called perfect motorcycle traveling weather?
OP's route seems to indicate almost a four corner ride of the USA.
I'd guess May 01 to 30.
#13
Planning on going to the west coast next year from N J , Would like to go thru the north to WASHINGTON down thru CALIFORNIA and home thru the south . or south then north , Planning about a 30 day trip. My wife and I on my 08 uc towing a small cargo trailer . The big question is what month to do this ? We do not want to freeze in the north , or bake in the south . Looking for real world experience on some one who has done it ... THANKS
#14
Planning on going to the west coast next year from N J , Would like to go thru the north to WASHINGTON down thru CALIFORNIA and home thru the south . or south then north , Planning about a 30 day trip. My wife and I on my 08 uc towing a small cargo trailer . The big question is what month to do this ? We do not want to freeze in the north , or bake in the south . Looking for real world experience on some one who has done it ... THANKS
#15
Even as uncomfortable as it is riding in 100+ degree weather you can do it is you stay properly hydrated, take frequent breaks and possibly use "cooling vests".
Cool/cold temps and rain can be managed with heated and rain gear down to a certain point and that is your call but one thing that you cannot ride through is snow and in the higher elevations it is quite possible in some places in June and even into early July.
If I was planning a trip like yours (JMHO) I think I'd plan on the southern part of the trip in mid-to late June and then head north and east as time and weather allows.
Just be sure to watch the weather forecasts every chance you get and lay-over when you have to and ride like H**L when you must!
With 30 days, you'll have time to see a lot of beautiful scenery and to be safe while you're doing it.
Careful with the trailer. Be sure the tires are new when you leave and that you have "buddy bearings" in the hubs and take a mini-grease gun and check your tire pressure and give the bearings a shot of grease frequently. Another thing with the trailer is not to take the "kitchen sink" with you. Take only the things that you know you'll need. You may need that unfilled space for "collectibles" that you purchase during your trip.
Keep us informed
Cool/cold temps and rain can be managed with heated and rain gear down to a certain point and that is your call but one thing that you cannot ride through is snow and in the higher elevations it is quite possible in some places in June and even into early July.
If I was planning a trip like yours (JMHO) I think I'd plan on the southern part of the trip in mid-to late June and then head north and east as time and weather allows.
Just be sure to watch the weather forecasts every chance you get and lay-over when you have to and ride like H**L when you must!
With 30 days, you'll have time to see a lot of beautiful scenery and to be safe while you're doing it.
Careful with the trailer. Be sure the tires are new when you leave and that you have "buddy bearings" in the hubs and take a mini-grease gun and check your tire pressure and give the bearings a shot of grease frequently. Another thing with the trailer is not to take the "kitchen sink" with you. Take only the things that you know you'll need. You may need that unfilled space for "collectibles" that you purchase during your trip.
Keep us informed
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#16
The rain storm I hit coming into LA was something else!!! Those Gulf coast storms had rain coming every which way but down!!!
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