Thoughts on what to bring for an 1100 mile trip. - Page 2

**Top Cat** · 12-04-2012, 03:47 PM

If you were buying a Harley I would suggest you take a truck and a trailer.

Sorry

Seriously,other than what I was wearing , I would take a mesh jacket with the cool weather liner and rain liner.
An American Motorcyclist membership card so I could call roadside assistance and a credit card.
About $200 in cash and my handgun.
Anything else you need you could purchase on the trip home.

Pappyman · 12-04-2012, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by elvis

-Spare bulbs
-Spare fuses
-Spare spark plugs
-Wrenches specifically for this bike

The guy who is selling the bike should have these and might give them away (the first three items anyway).

I'd also try to familiarize myself with the bike as much as I possibly can before hitting the road (Oil Level, Coolant Level, Access to Battery, Fuses, Controls, etc.) Can you get an owner's manual prior to your trip?

Other items to think about:

-Emergency contact list
-Registration/Insurance Papers
-Credit card with enough credit on
-Gas tank range
-Rain gear

Having said all of that, I'd say just enjoy this trip, I think it'll be great to ride your new scoot 1100 miles home. On that note, I'd get a good camera and document the entire trip.

Good luck and ride safe.

Good information.
Just wrote out my emergency contact list. It is already on my Florida Drivers license however.
Just joined the AMA......figured it couldn't hurt if I need it.
Will carry rain pants with me. My Tourmaster jacket supposedly has a rainproof inner liner in it. We shall see.
Emailed the present owner on the spare parts and owners manual....good thinking!
There is the original tool bag already on the bike. Sending a multi tool and a very slender sheathed knife since I cant bring any other protection.
Will have insurance papers and the title and bill of sale with me. No registration. Will see if I can use his tag then mail it back to him.
Will have a couple hundred in cash and a credit card. Carrying helmet and jacket with me on the plane out there.
Normal range for the bike is 135miles before switching to reserve. 1.3 gallon reserve I think on that bike.....wont test that!!
Thinking of sourcing a bag around 18" long and waterproof if possible to pack here at home and carry with me. Bungee or strap it to the onboard bag.
Keep em coming...........and thanks!

elvis · 12-04-2012, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Pappyman

Thinking of sourcing a bag around 18" long and waterproof if possible to pack here at home and carry with me. Bungee or strap it to the onboard bag.
Keep em coming...........and thanks!

Glad you find the input useful.

As far as a waterproof bag, I'd recommend taking a look at GIVI TW01 waterproof bag. This bag has 40 lt carrying capacity. It is well-made and was very easy to attach to Nomad’s sissy bar using bungee cords (supplied). It carried our two sleeping bags plus spare t-shirts and socks that we wanted to keep absolutely dry. Guess what? It never rained during our 22-day trip down to New Mexico last summer, so to fully recommend it, further testing in rain is needed. However it is a good quality product.

The same brand also has a duffel bag but it's only 30 lt.

The online store that I've linked here is where we bought the bag and I'd recommend it to friends.

Here are a couple photos of the waterproof bag:

Netnorske · 12-04-2012, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

Use your imagination.

I was thinking since it is only a two day ride....he could just turn the whitey tighties inside out a keep on a ridin'...

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fammdw · 12-04-2012, 09:25 PM

The gas stations along the way and rest areas have John Wayne toilet paper. It's rough and tough and doesn't take shit off of anybody! I always carry a roll of the good stuff, because on a long distance bike ride the condition of my ass is paramount!

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Originally Posted by Utah Motorcyclist

You guys keep mentioning toilet paper. Do gas stations not have toilet paper where you are from? Can you not make it to the gas station? Presuming he's stopping every 100 miles or so for gas, I wouldn't worry about packing a role. I have yet found myself it a situation where I contemplated crapping on the side of the road.

Pappyman · 12-04-2012, 09:30 PM

Netnorske......I dyed all my tidy whities brown.....for that camo effect! You may be onto something!

Netnorske · 12-04-2012, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Pappyman

Netnorske......I dyed all my tidy whities brown.....for that camo effect! You may be onto something!

I've seen Jared pack for long trips....and judging by the light load he carries, I'm guessing he goes COMMANDO....

...!

**Jared** · 12-05-2012, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Netnorske

I've seen Jared pack for long trips....and judging by the light load he carries, I'm guessing he goes COMMANDO....

...!

What ever it takes.

**cnc** · 12-05-2012, 02:41 PM

Three things I would add to the list and won't take up much space. A roll of electrical tape, a small roll of duct tape and a roll of bare brass wire. I always have these on my bike and any vehicle I drive. Armed with these you can often do a temporary repair or hold up a broken part and get your self back on the road.

elvis · 12-05-2012, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by cnc

Three things I would add to the list and won't take up much space. A roll of electrical tape, a small roll of duct tape and a roll of bare brass wire. I always have these on my bike and any vehicle I drive. Armed with these you can often do a temporary repair or hold up a broken part and get your self back on the road.

I've added those three items to my road trip checklist. Thanks Norm.

Pappyman · 12-05-2012, 06:17 PM

Gathering things to send out there.....will add those to the list. Prob substitute Bailing wire for the champagne quality you have suggested!
Hell if you can fix a Ford with that stuff a cycle should be easy........

**MAS Tequila** · 12-06-2012, 01:11 PM

Cargo net and or straps!

MT

Pappyman · 12-06-2012, 08:03 PM

Got my little care package together to send out there!
Multitool
knife
Duct tape
Electrical tape
Tie wraps
Power port assembly I made up (fused) for charging phone. Spare fuse.
USB insert for power port for the Scala Rider. Gotta have tunes!
2 - 18" Bungee Cords
2 - 4' Utility straps
Bailing wire.

Carrying
Couple hundred cash
Insurance paperwork plus what I get from the current owner.
Helmet and charge cord for the Scala Comm.
Two pair of gloves. Open and insulated.
Cell phone and charge cord
Camera
Sunglasses
Riding jacket and liners
Riding jeans (Bought some Diamond Gussets a while back and like them)
microfiber towel and couple small bar towels
Rain pants
Long underwear
Plus a couple days change of clothes.
Havent decided on boots yet. Like my shorter pair but if it's cold will prob take the longer pair

elvis · 12-06-2012, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Pappyman

Got my little care package together to send out there!

looking good, man... be sure to check back in after you get home and post some photos of the new bike.

Pappyman · 12-06-2012, 09:00 PM

Sounds good, Elvis.
Will probably have to change my name to "Butt Sprung" by the time I get home.
I understand Ultimate seats are nice and low but not necessarily that comfortable.

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Pappyman Jr. Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Eustis, Fla Posts: 35	Netnorske......I dyed all my tidy whities brown.....for that camo effect! You may be onto something! Last edited by Pappyman; 12-04-2012 at 09:48 PM.
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cnc Join Date: May 2009 Location: Montreal QC Posts: 12,034	Three things I would add to the list and won't take up much space. A roll of electrical tape, a small roll of duct tape and a roll of bare brass wire. I always have these on my bike and any vehicle I drive. Armed with these you can often do a temporary repair or hold up a broken part and get your self back on the road. __________________ Norm Ward 2008 blue / silver nomad kawanow / VBA #01136
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MAS Tequila Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Psychiatric Ward FL Posts: 3,429	Cargo net and or straps! MT __________________ MT 2016 FLHP Psychiatric Ward FL VBA 936
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12-05-2012, 06:17 PM	#26
Pappyman Jr. Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Eustis, Fla Posts: 35	Gathering things to send out there.....will add those to the list. Prob substitute Bailing wire for the champagne quality you have suggested! Hell if you can fix a Ford with that stuff a cycle should be easy........
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12-06-2012, 08:03 PM	#28
Pappyman Jr. Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Eustis, Fla Posts: 35	Got my little care package together to send out there! Multitool knife Duct tape Electrical tape Tie wraps Power port assembly I made up (fused) for charging phone. Spare fuse. USB insert for power port for the Scala Rider. Gotta have tunes! 2 - 18" Bungee Cords 2 - 4' Utility straps Bailing wire. Carrying Couple hundred cash Insurance paperwork plus what I get from the current owner. Helmet and charge cord for the Scala Comm. Two pair of gloves. Open and insulated. Cell phone and charge cord Camera Sunglasses Riding jacket and liners Riding jeans (Bought some Diamond Gussets a while back and like them) microfiber towel and couple small bar towels Rain pants Long underwear Plus a couple days change of clothes. Havent decided on boots yet. Like my shorter pair but if it's cold will prob take the longer pair
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12-06-2012, 09:00 PM	#30
Pappyman Jr. Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Eustis, Fla Posts: 35	Sounds good, Elvis. Will probably have to change my name to "Butt Sprung" by the time I get home. I understand Ultimate seats are nice and low but not necessarily that comfortable.
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