long haul advice for a sportster
#21
Quality textile overpants will keep you warm and dry. They also provide some additional protection during a fall. Full length, 2 way side zippers for easy donning and doffing. If it gets a little warm, you can create a vent by zipping down the upper part of the zipper. I have the First Gear HT II Overpants. They're is a close out special at New Enough. Here is the link: http://www.newenough.com/street/clos...overpants.html
Ride safe,
Bob.
Ride safe,
Bob.
#22
does anybody have any advice for a guy on a sportster short of buying a bigger bike? i have a sundowner seat / ultra air shocks/ bags. i think i have the gear to do a 800 mile trip and hang out with family and the 800 mile trip home. i'm more worried about my back and a$$ and getting the bike impounded over the 16 inch z bars and only one mirror. i'm going from st. louis to mobile and trying to take all highway .
DO you have to make it in one day? 2 days on some two lanes, enjoying the country would be a nice ride. 2 1/2 even better.
People have ridden all over the country on a lot smaller bikes and had a good time. Common sense is the major factor. I like riding until around 6:00 PM, and then find a motel, get a good supper and relax for the evening.
As for setting up the bike, a good windshield would be high on the list along with some type of backrest. If the backrest is out of reach ( money) pack a roll bag of some type and put it on the rear seat to lean against.
Comfortable bars would be sweet too. A mesh jacket or at least long sleeves to minimize heat and sunburn..
Go to the Iron Butt Association web site, there is a lot of good info on long distance riding.
800 miles is going to be about 16 hours in the saddle...I sure would allow 2 days for the ride....
be safe.
#24
Ride safe,
Bob.
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