What are the necessary motorcycle travel equipment recommendations?

The choice of travel method depends entirely on your own abilities and interests. For example, for people like the editor who yearn for freedom and the sea of ??stars, they particularly like self-driving travel. There are many ways to travel by car. , such as: cycling, RV, self-driving cars, motorcycles, etc. Each mode of transportation has its own advantages.

So, what the editor is here to introduce to you today is this motorcycle tour, and this time I focus on what equipment is needed for motorcycle tours. Friends in need, please take a look!

Requirements for motorcycles during long-distance travel:

1. Cruising performance: whether it can stably maintain a certain high speed.

2. Passability: The ability to pass through some complex road conditions.

3. Reliability: It means that your car will not give you trouble. The parts are universal. Don’t break a small part halfway and you can’t find replacement parts all over the world.

4. Comfort: You can ride for 180 kilometers without any back pain.

5. The cargo capacity of the car: We have to carry a lot of things when traveling, so there must be somewhere to put them.

6. There are still various procedures to complete.

Since most of the current motorcycle enthusiasts are just working-class people, the motorcycles are mainly made in China. There are professional touring motorcycles in foreign countries, but it is better not to think about them with the little money we have.

I personally think the best touring motorcycle is the off-road cruising Prince. It is big enough and you can stretch your hands and feet. It is not very tiring for long distances. I think the best displacement is 250. Of course, other cars It is also possible, but the premise is that you are not impatient.

If only one person is traveling, a high-quality 125 can also meet the requirements. The Prince model is okay, but the driver’s seat has no backrest. You know, everything about the Prince car is good, but it’s just that your waist is tired after riding for a long time.

Because the feet are stretched forward, the weight is all on the waist, so the first step is to install a backrest yourself, or put a box on the back seat, which can be used to store things and also serve as a backrest. Many motorcycle friends like it. Put most things on the rear shelf, which increases the center of gravity of the car and greatly reduces the vehicle's maneuverability. The best way is to install two large saddlebags.

The most important thing with more equipment is that it can greatly improve safety. If the car is reversed, it will not be able to crush the legs. The equipment on both sides is equally heavy, maintaining the center of gravity. Of course, you need to install a width light and a turn signal. Of course, you can ride whatever you like as long as you feel comfortable.

What’s more, we basically already have a car, and it’s impossible to buy another one specifically for travel. We can modify it in a targeted way.

What should we bring when traveling? Our principle is to choose equipment based on travel: distance, time, climate, road conditions, and supplies.

1. Motorcycles

1. A good quality bumper must be installed. The main function of the bumper is to prevent the vehicle from rolling over and protect people and the engine. Everyone on earth knows the importance. A large trunk can hold a lot of things, and you will realize the benefits of being large when running long distances.

2. Motorcycle tool kit (contains spark plug plate, spark plug, small nut, spare inner tube, haha! A complete set of tools, and a small inflatable pump), chain, ignition primary coil, high-voltage package, It's best to know the ignition and other things in your mind and replace them when it's almost time. Don't wait until they break.

3. Chain oil (to keep the chain lubricated at all times, it is recommended to bring engine oil with the vehicle. The engine oil should be changed every 2,000 kilometers, so add a little more oil to the engine when driving.)

4 , motorcycle license plate, raincoat, tow rope, motorcycle and large lock, spare key!

5. Of course, the car cannot break down when traveling so far and in such a remote place. The main things that are most likely to break down and are unpredictable in long-distance travel are Flat tires, burnt headlights and ignition systems, as well as chains, clutch cables, and throttle cables are all to be expected. As long as these parts are checked before traveling or replaced with good quality, they will basically not break during the trip.

Unless you don’t know any common sense about use and maintenance, for example, if the chain is loose, or the chain disc is severely worn, you can’t even see it and don’t know how to add lubricant, or if the cable is broken and you are reluctant to replace it, , then you can only push the cart halfway. There are many people who push their cars halfway because of the above reasons, and blame the car for their own faults.

What’s more, the chain fell off and squeezed the small gear plate, which squeezed the engine body. So I think it’s better not to bring the cable and chain. If you even bring these, it’s like what a motorcycle friend said. Gotta drive the train. In addition, all aspects such as the bearings of the front wheel, the chain crank, etc. must be checked, and you must not have the idea of ????improving. Be careful if the car adapts to you.

2. Clothing

1. It is best to use a travel helmet or an off-road full-face helmet (more expensive), and a face protector (preferably a square scarf). A white safety helmet and sunglasses (UV protection) are another option when it comes to high temperatures in summer.

2. Raincoat (don’t buy too cheap one, pay attention to the type where the crotch of the rain pants should be glued, and the seams will ensure leakage. Some good raincoats come with shoe covers, which are especially practical in rainy days) necessary It can also keep you warm.

3. Motorcycle travel shoes (pay attention to protective strength and breathability), high-waist waterproof hiking shoes (slightly thicker can also be worn in cold weather), sports sandals (can replace slippers)

4. 2 pairs of off-road gloves (for normal wear and rainy days), spare thick gloves (for when it snows), and a pair of ordinary gloves for repairing the car.

5. Cycling: travel clothing (light rain-proof material, half-length suit, waist is more important when running long distances, with shoulder pads, elbow pads, back protectors), travel pants (light rain-proof material, with knee pads, slightly trouser legs) Longer, no ankles exposed when riding) Other protective gear is optional.

6. A set of jackets and trousers for daily wear (required to be lightweight)

7. Warmth: travel clothing with a jacket and thin woolen trousers.

8. Underwear Wear one set, bring 1 set, and bring 4 pairs of socks.

9. Optional: Swiss army knife, survival whistle, compass, thermometer, glow stick, etc.

10. Lighting: motorcycle spare light bulb, 1 headlight and rear taillight each, 7# batteries Cars can be worn on the head and usually kept in a pocket), they are all small things, and you can choose them according to the distance you travel.

3. Backpacks

1. A motorcycle backpack or a cheap mountaineering bag will do. (About 50-70L, waterproof sealed plastic bag, professional backpack cover will get soaked in heavy rain for a long time.)

2. Waist bag (contains keys, pocket money, maps, toilet paper)

3.

Sleeping bags (general ones are fine), tents (buy a double one), moisture-proof mats (single ones are slightly thicker and have a bright film), pillows (use a backpack as a camping supplies) , which is more suitable for long-distance travel. It plays an important role when the car breaks down, or you have no place to live, and you want to feel the outdoor atmosphere.

4.

Photographic equipment: Professional photographers should buy more sealed plastic bags. Waterproof bags for outdoor supplies are more suitable for film. The small digital strap on his body is hung up to his armpits to prevent injuries to his body if he falls.

Bring more digital cards or use a digital companion (you can copy the card directly to the companion). If you have too many camera equipment, bring a small power strip. Hotels on the road only have one power strip and most of them are Two holes.

IV. Communication

1. Mobile phones (NOKIA5140 water-resistant, shockproof, and dustproof mobile phones are recommended) can be purchased as car-mounted mobile phones and modified on motorcycles to prevent them from being damaged during the journey. No electricity.

2. Walkie-talkies (which often require charging are troublesome) are sufficient within a distance of 5 kilometers. When a few people travel long distances and travel for a few days, they will naturally have a tacit understanding.

3. High-quality Bluetooth headsets.

V. Essentials

1. Toiletries bag (hand sanitizer, towel, toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet paper, sunscreen, lipstick, heating patch, nail clippers, anti-mosquito medicines) . Outdoor Products sells professional toiletry bags.

2. Backpack rain cover (not only waterproof, but also an ideal tool for dust protection during long-distance riding)

3. Backpack straps (can be used to fix external items in the backpack, if necessary Can be connected to make a car rope) How to fix the backpack: put the less used things in the big bag and tie 2 straps, then put the more commonly used things (such as rain gear, tool bags, camera equipment, maps) and use the straps Fix it, put the backpack rain cover on the outermost part, and tie it securely with straps.

4. Maps (maps can be placed in the handlebar bag), small quick hooks (convenient to hang small items, towels, hats, garbage bags, etc., compasses, and Swiss Army knives on the backpack). Be sure to bring plenty of garbage bags with you. When it rains, you can put them outside your shoes. If your shoes get soaked, you can put them directly on your feet before wearing wet shoes. With a roll of Scotch tape, you can temporarily fix a variety of things.

5. Waterproof bag (protect your clothes, keep supplies from getting wet, and facilitate organization in the backpack) 6. Document bag (keep important documents or money close to your body, pack them in waterproof bags, and keep spare keys close to your body) Bring.)

7. Spare battery and charger (packed in a waterproof bag) (let’s change the motorcycle to one that can be charged)

8. Medicine box (cold medicine, Anti-inflammatory drugs, berberine, hemostatic bandages, band-aids, vitamin tablets, eye drops, and safflower oil can be carried according to individual needs. Rhodiola rosea oral liquid and headache tablets can be purchased on the way to the plateau)

9. Spare food (compressed biscuits, ham sausage, chocolate, beef jerky, raisins, dried tofu, peanuts, etc. I personally think it is better to bring chocolate or milk tablets, which are high in calories, easy to carry and can be stored)

10. Stainless steel lunch box for instant noodles. You can use it to hold film or other items that are afraid of pressure.

Safety is the most important thing when traveling, especially when traveling by car. Remember what equipment you have, and then bring it with you so that you can start a safe and beautiful trip.