5 Inexpensive Motorcycle Road Trip Essentials 

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I've thought about the camelbak too. Aside from the cleaning issues, if you wear it cuts back on airflow and if you strap it on the bike it gets in the way. I lived in Naples when I bought my first bike, so I feel you with the heat. Please subscribe, I've got more videos on the way!

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I chose to use a Camel Back bladder in a back pack as well. I too stopped at McDonalds or other fast food restaurants to fill it with ice. I would usually ask to buy a large water and they usually charged less than a dollar. That got me a cup to transfer the water and ice into the bladder much easier and I could do it at a table instead of at the fountain. While I was passing through Colorado this July temperatures ran as high as 115 degrees. I knew I was going to run into hot temperatures so prior to my trip I purchased a Ergodyne Chill-Its 6665 Evaporative Cooling Vest off of Amazon for less then $40. That proved to be a great investment and kept me cool and pretty comfortable for 3-4 hours at a time. Once it dried out, I'd stop at a filling station and re-soak in the washroom sink.

@@rickyoung360Great idea on the cooling vest... living in Georgia, it won't do me much good here, but I would have made life much better in the 90+ weather out west on my last long trip.

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They really work great!

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Hahhahaha, thank you sir!

thanks! they are awesome to have on the bike!

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Hahahahh. Once you see it, it makes so much sense!

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it really is a fantastic bag and an awesome value! Glad you love it too

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Great minds think alike! Took me a long time to find the right rubbers, but they work amazing!

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I wish these came up higher, but I haven't been able to find any like that. My rain pants are extra long, so I haven't had a problem.

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Nice, they've saved me from a day of wet feet dozens of times! Be sure to subscribe, I've got more videos on the way.

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You're welcome... Enjoy your first trip, and check out my other video on what I packed for a 3 week trip (and of course subscribe if you like them).

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I've got a set too... I use them for camping/offroad ( ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WdPKcnw-9h4.html ) and the aluminum luggage for daily/road use. They really make quality gear that's an amazing value.

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They're really fantastic bags, especially for the price. I'll check out the Butt Buffer, thanks for the suggestion!

After about three years of use, the clear window ID holder on the side of the bag separated and lets in water. I had to replace the bag with another that doesn't have an ID holder.

@@kanuklastman3436 thanks for the head's up. I'll be sure to keep an eye on that.

I've definitely spent some money on them in the past and gave up. I'll take a look at the Sidis, thanks.

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@@quirogan I just let the wind do the grooming!

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I kinda hate the way it looks, but I use it ALL the time!

They're great, especially for unexpected rain.

Glad you liked it and subscribed! It actually bolts to an included plastic and rubber mount with Velcro straps included. If you’re mounting it on a bike with screw holes, you remove the plastic and mount it directly.

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Glad you liked the video! It has worked well for me. I wonder if weight has anything to do with how well it works. I’m only 125 pounds… maybe heavier people compress it too much? Who knows, but with as cheap as they are, that’s good advice to try and decide for yourself.

It is. I'm 5'6" with a 30" inseam and it's just about the perfect height. I'm on the balls of my feet, but it's very manageable. Please subscribe if you haven't, more videos to come!

Thanks... bike came like that! I bought it used, but I'm pretty sure those are factory. It's a 2020 GSA HP editiong.

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I thought about buying a dedicated phone for nav, but my iPhone works well and I just slide it into a ziploc bag if it's raining. If I used an android I wouldn't see incoming calls and txts. I may still look at getting an android for offroad navigation.

hahah, yeah, the GS throws inexpensive out the window, doesn't it! That being said, I got a great deal on it. BTW, my other bike is a $1,400 2003 DR650. Keep watching and I'll keep posting!

My booties arrived today. I was worried they might not fit over my MX boots, but they totally do. I've taken the rubber off my pegs. Do I need to worry about the teeth on the pegs cutting the booties? Any hacks? Years ago, I went to Norway, to Nordkap, and it rained every day. I took to wearing plastic bags on my feet these booties would have been perfect. Also, I have a full face helmet, so can't use your cup holder, but I take oil in an aluminum drinks cannister and I might use your idea for that! Thank you. @@mustachemoto

My GS has metal foot pegs with no rubber. It starts to wear through in the arch after wearing them several times, but they haven't ripped and since that's on the bottom it doesn't let any water in. If your pegs are really sharp it might be a problem, but I figure I'll just replace mine every year or two if they get too worn.

Thank you so much. I’m heading up to Alaska, and I think it’s gonna rain! These will really help me out. Thank you so much.

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I have a jump box, but never carry it (I'll probably learn my lesson one day). I've also got a digital tire pump that's a little bigger than that and has a flashlight and battery bank, but the battery bank can't recharge my computer. As for extra fuel... I've got a GS Adventure, so I've got an 8 gallon tank. I hope I don't need more than that! BUT, I've heard great things about these fuel bladders: amzn.to/3LJav8O

I've only had the seat cover for four months or so (but I've put about 13K miles on it). It's holding up fine for now. If it last two years, that's pretty decent for the price. You call me frugal, my wife calls me cheap! Either way, I'm all about saving money anywhere I can and I fully understand the motorcycle addiciton!

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Thank you... I have to pinch myself sometimes when I see it!

It sure is!

Good point... My last two adventure bikes both came with the guards. If there's no attachment point on your bike, go with the CamelBak or similar. Years ago on my SV650 I would put the water bladder in my tank bag so I didn't have to wear it.

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Great question. If you pack light and/or won't be camping, the 40L would probably be enough. On the other hand, the 60L can be cinched down, so you don't have to fill it up on shorter trips. But... when there's space, I always tend to keep throwing things in, so the 40L would force me to not overpack. Keep watching and I'll keep posting!

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Great point. I've got extra long rain pants, so not a problem for me, but I noticed that on my riding buddy. He ended up buying a pair of waterproof gaiters and those work great for keeping the tops of his boots AND the bottoms of his pants dry. Please subscribe if you haven't, I've got more videos in the works!

Sorry about that. I just corrected the link.

I'll have to look into those, thanks!

HAHAHAH, Yeah, it's a heavy bike and I've had to lift it a few times!

@@mustachemoto Falling usually happens in slippery conditions, when your boots can't have proper grip. So, having a pair of strap-on ice rampons, and a Motowinch, gives you greater chances to get back to riding.👍 Also, many riders may have back problems, or tendinitis, etc..., and anything that helps is a big asset.

@@techtoth1 I'll check it out, thanks

Not indispensable if you group ride, but if you are on an alone trip I believe it's a must. Because you usually end up flipping the bike on loose terrain, mud, skiddy surface, where all lifting skills say goodbye. @@mustachemoto

I didn’t notice any difference, but I guess it might add 1/4” or less.

I followed your link to the seat cover, but there are two options. I have a 2019 R1250 GSA. Do you know which of the two options (the $15.98 or $22.60 is the right one? Thanks@@mustachemoto

I've had great luck with them. After maybe 20 times wearing them I did have some small prick holes in the sole (the GSA foot pegs are pretty aggressive), but they still keep the water out and haven't torn. I'm sure they won't last forever, but for the price I'm very happy, even if I have to replace them once a year or so.

The engine doesn't heat it up really, but on a 90+ day the water does get pretty warm after a few hours.

That's a good idea if I'm going to be doing a lot of crossings. I bought a pair to put on if my boots get soaked during a ride, .but my feet get way too hot and sweaty to wear them all the time.

@@mustachemoto In the summer I don’t mind if they get wet, but in the colder months they keep the, dry and warm. There really isn’t any good summer solution I’ve found.

100%. I was just assuming everyone had, or knew about waterproof pants already.

Its a 2020 BMW R1250GS Adventure

@@mustachemoto Thanks for the info..

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I thought $15 was pretty cheap and on the GSA it fit well. I think it would be a tight fit if I put the passenger seat cover on too.

@@mustachemotoThe one I purchased was from “Wind Rider”. It cost me $65 and does NOT fit. I apologize, as I went back and listened to your beginning again, and you said “Air Flow”. Wow - at $19.95 (And it fits), that IS a good price. Thank you.

@@illiyakuryakin3092 no worries. $65 would be a bit much for the seat cover.

@@mustachemoto I agree, especially for one that does not fit.

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I started with an inflatable seat cover and switched to the mesh! My seat is pretty comfortable to begin with, so maybe that's the difference. Please subscribe, I've got more videos in the works.

@@mustachemoto I think that's the problem. The Triumph Tiger seat is horrible to begin with so I'm having to use the inflatable.

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In my case? 100%!

It probably adds less than 1/4”. Basically it isn’t noticeable.

@@mustachemoto: thank you so much. This small height increase is okay.

Thanks, I'll check them out for winter and for when I know I'll be riding in the rain, but my feet sweat so badly in the summer that I have to have something that breathes. Please subscribe if you haven't, I've got more videos in the works!

I've done all that before, but a little preparation sure makes the miles easier!

Where's the fun in that???

Thanks!

I'm not quite that bold and I do have to work occasionally!