Finally took the plunge
#12
01-27-2011, 10:51 PM
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Welcome to the board. There is no way to answer your question on riding distance. Everyone is different. Just ride within your capabilities and don't try and over extend. I personally like to ride 700 miles per day while out on the road.
I have checked out the Motosport kevlar gear. With the added armour, it looks like the best protection available. I plan to get a set when I purchase a dual purpose bike. It is perfect for trips to Alaska and South America.
I have checked out the Motosport kevlar gear. With the added armour, it looks like the best protection available. I plan to get a set when I purchase a dual purpose bike. It is perfect for trips to Alaska and South America.
#14
01-27-2011, 11:18 PM
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01-28-2011, 12:38 PM
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#18
01-28-2011, 01:57 PM
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As other people have stated. Only you can decide how many miles in a day is appropriate for you. Just ride until you feel as though you've had enough. There are lots of people who claim they ride 7-8, even 900 miles a day. I don't, and unless doing an ironbutt I find it hard to believe that people ride that far. For a lot of people 3 or 4 hundred miles in a day is plenty without killing yourself and keeping a nice leisurely pace and taking in the sights. You'll want to change out your stock seat as well (believe me) if you're riding extended days as well. And you'll have to make the decision as to what type of tourpak you want as well. I got the regular color-matched, king, detachable tourpak. It cost a bundle but I find it well worth it for extended traveling. Congratulations on your new purchase and ride safely!
#20
01-28-2011, 09:08 PM
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You'll find out what kind of rider you are. If you travel the interstates with only fuel stops, you're going to put in the miles. If you take the backroads and stop at things that interest you, ( I don't pass up restored train depots), take pictures, you're not going to cover much territory. You'll discover what you should have brought, and what you should have left at home. One season and you'll be dialed in. Just get out there and have fun.