Excellent advice, you nailed it. We take long trips and sometimes points A to B, are all day in the saddle. Man, you covered it all, especially the comfort part.
I'm totally with you on the music thing. Who cares what the other drivers think. It's your ride. I sometimes start bobbing my head and randomly throw up the horns when I'm cruising down the highway🤘
100% with you on leaving early. The goal is to get through New York by 8am if you live in New England. I alternate between redbulls/MTdew and water/sports drinks. It works most of the time. Good luck on your ride.
Any comfort mod, is always worth it. Don't forget to adjust your shocks for the weight of extra gear. It helps even if you have stock shocks that only have a preload adjustment. Take care Ben, ride safe.
Great stuff. I am very bad at staying hydrated. I've pushed it to far a few times and that was not good. Music is always a must. I've also done some audio books and podcast. 100% on being comfortable. Safe travels!
@@BikesBeardsAndBrews Bear Brook was great. I stumbled across one called Morbid. I like it. That Shoei helmet is so quiet and Cardo speakers are so good. No problem hearing them.
Tons of great tips, I also put together a music playlist on my trip to Ohio recently. Unfortunately going a majority of the back mountain roads through West Virginia I had zero cell service. My initial cloud loaded playlist died 30 miles into the trip, lol.
Those Bel Vita crackers are the shit!! Especially the blueberry. Good advice man! I think people forget about laundry mats. Some people think they need a wardrobe change after every fart and bring a lot of unnecessary clothing.
literally blueberry is always my go to. Yeah, unless you're doing fancy restaurants or high end sort of gatherings there's really no need for non stop wardrobe changes
when it comes to eating while travelling i do the same, a bagel and some fresh fruit in the am, water/propel and a almond snickers or planters trail mix, works perfect for me.....bad karaoke!!! hell yes!!! i have a dedicated ipod for my music, my phone is only out if i need the gps, according to itunes i have enough music for over 5 days on shuffle lol so i'm good, and yes shuffle!!! i need to learn to pack better, i usually have enough drawers and socks to last a few more days than the trip, learned that in the army, dry feet and crotch and always use powder!!! i'm getting better though, i have klim riding pants that are 100% water proof but have big vents that zip open, i also use those arm sleeves that have uv protection because i hate soaking myself in spray, plus they protect my tattoos......looking forward to your video from the 120th dude, because my dumbass didn't go..lol ride safe!!! sláinte!! btw, i like that new little logo at the beginning.....
i usually try to keep caffeine to the second half of the trip, but sometimes i'm starting the day that way and it's a grind, lol. The only drink that doesn't give me a crash is the uptime zero sugar drinks (they are in the white cans). we are about to leave for an 8 day ride to every harley dealership in texas...bet i'ma have a hydration pack!!!
Back rest , air hawk seat cushion. I have a detachable tour trunk on my 15 Road King, I no problems on space. I drink CELSIUS drinks and water. No sugar... and I am going to HD Home coming. Heading out Wednesday with 4 other buddies. We have a Air B&B in Milwaukee. If I see you ill stop and say hey...😎🤟
Very cool! Well I'm going to try to link up with Adam Sandovol's convoy Friday morning and will be at the coinciding harley dealership that morning then heading to the Suspension technologies tent in the afternoon!
Bigger bikes don't usually have to deal with this bit scooters and mini bike riders have to make sure that they have a plan for an external gas tank since there may be some stretches of roads that will have gas ststions that will be too far to go on a small gas tank.
Dang! You are passing me by (about an hour out of DT Chicago). Ride safe. On snacks, be mindful of eating some nuts, which may contain melatonin. DUDE WIPES!
What this healthy snacks you talking i seen what you snacking on nerds candy and sweets stuff lol. Hey going do long trip dont try to do it all in one day . 400 amd 500 miles are good day take an extra day. Safe travels have Budweiser for me you at home coming lol
Safe travels Ill see you there
Looking forward to it!
Excellent advice, you nailed it. We take long trips and sometimes points A to B, are all day in the saddle. Man, you covered it all, especially the comfort part.
it's all about the comfort! Thanks for watching!
I'm totally with you on the music thing. Who cares what the other drivers think. It's your ride. I sometimes start bobbing my head and randomly throw up the horns when I'm cruising down the highway🤘
I was going to town on that last 1k I banged out, it was fun
Must have Baby Shark on music speed dial for those stops at stop lights...... kids love it !! Great info !!
Hahaha kids may love it but parents will murder you
Good video Ben. The C4 energy drinks are pretty good and hydration is a big key! Good stuff buddy.
I do limit myself on the C$ because there are some suspect chemicals in there but they are a good jumpstart! thanks for watching!
All great tips! Safe travels and hydrate.
Thank you sir! and will do!
100% with you on leaving early. The goal is to get through New York by 8am if you live in New England. I alternate between redbulls/MTdew and water/sports drinks. It works most of the time. Good luck on your ride.
NY by 8?!?! Are you sleeping in? lol
Any comfort mod, is always worth it. Don't forget to adjust your shocks for the weight of extra gear. It helps even if you have stock shocks that only have a preload adjustment.
Take care Ben, ride safe.
That is a good one for sure!
Lots of good tips here! I haven't done any long trips, just some 200-mile days... so this'll be coming in handy :D
Get it done sir!
Was great to meet you at Kenosha. Was awesome. Get to Canada so we can do the Canadian tail of the dragon
Absolutely and it was great meeting you! Sooner or later I'll make it up there!
Great tips! Enjoy the trip to Milwaukee.
Thanks man! and thanks for watching!
💯👌👍God Video ,Quarters and Tide pods always have for trip.. Safe Ride Ben
there's actually detergent sheets that are way easier to carry and won't explode that I really like!
Heading to the 120th as well. Riding my 23 Pursuit Elite to a Harley Party.
Ha! Well come say hi if you see me!
Great stuff. I am very bad at staying hydrated. I've pushed it to far a few times and that was not good. Music is always a must. I've also done some audio books and podcast. 100% on being comfortable. Safe travels!
Love me some podcasts though I prefer those in cars vs on bikes just so I can hear them better. Did you finish Bear Brook?
@@BikesBeardsAndBrews Bear Brook was great. I stumbled across one called Morbid. I like it. That Shoei helmet is so quiet and Cardo speakers are so good. No problem hearing them.
All good information.
Thanks you sir!
Great recommendations and maybe if I actually ride my bike I can use many of these tips! 😂
hahah don't be scared! 1 mile at a time! lol
Tons of great tips, I also put together a music playlist on my trip to Ohio recently. Unfortunately going a majority of the back mountain roads through West Virginia I had zero cell service. My initial cloud loaded playlist died 30 miles into the trip, lol.
I'm always paranoid that will happen so I always download my playlists before I roll out so I'm safe
Great tips🤙🏼
Thank you sir!
Those Bel Vita crackers are the shit!! Especially the blueberry.
Good advice man! I think people forget about laundry mats. Some people think they need a wardrobe change after every fart and bring a lot of unnecessary clothing.
literally blueberry is always my go to. Yeah, unless you're doing fancy restaurants or high end sort of gatherings there's really no need for non stop wardrobe changes
when it comes to eating while travelling i do the same, a bagel and some fresh fruit in the am, water/propel and a almond snickers or planters trail mix, works perfect for me.....bad karaoke!!! hell yes!!! i have a dedicated ipod for my music, my phone is only out if i need the gps, according to itunes i have enough music for over 5 days on shuffle lol so i'm good, and yes shuffle!!! i need to learn to pack better, i usually have enough drawers and socks to last a few more days than the trip, learned that in the army, dry feet and crotch and always use powder!!! i'm getting better though, i have klim riding pants that are 100% water proof but have big vents that zip open, i also use those arm sleeves that have uv protection because i hate soaking myself in spray, plus they protect my tattoos......looking forward to your video from the 120th dude, because my dumbass didn't go..lol ride safe!!! sláinte!! btw, i like that new little logo at the beginning.....
I thought about getting the sleeves though I usually just wear a long sleeve compression shirt for the same reason. Good tips man!
Wilhelm Scream ftw
Best...scream...ever
Come see us at House of Harley.
Steve from Suspension Technologies!!
I'll be there! save me a parking space!
i usually try to keep caffeine to the second half of the trip, but sometimes i'm starting the day that way and it's a grind, lol. The only drink that doesn't give me a crash is the uptime zero sugar drinks (they are in the white cans). we are about to leave for an 8 day ride to every harley dealership in texas...bet i'ma have a hydration pack!!!
forget those Texas HD's, get to the Harley 120!
@@BikesBeardsAndBrews if it was just me I would, we are riding with the mile monsters and taking an 8 year old kid with us 😳
Back rest , air hawk seat cushion. I have a detachable tour trunk on my 15 Road King, I no problems on space. I drink CELSIUS drinks and water. No sugar... and I am going to HD Home coming. Heading out Wednesday with 4 other buddies. We have a Air B&B in Milwaukee. If I see you ill stop and say hey...😎🤟
Very cool! Well I'm going to try to link up with Adam Sandovol's convoy Friday morning and will be at the coinciding harley dealership that morning then heading to the Suspension technologies tent in the afternoon!
The suspense is killing me!
The countdown is on!
Bigger bikes don't usually have to deal with this bit scooters and mini bike riders have to make sure that they have a plan for an external gas tank since there may be some stretches of roads that will have gas ststions that will be too far to go on a small gas tank.
but in fairness you get like 30097678236478096520312659087 miles to a gallon
@@BikesBeardsAndBrews 🛵😎
Dang! You are passing me by (about an hour out of DT Chicago). Ride safe. On snacks, be mindful of eating some nuts, which may contain melatonin. DUDE WIPES!
What is going on with all you wierdos that requires dude wipes?!? Lol. Never really ran into that issue
What this healthy snacks you talking i seen what you snacking on nerds candy and sweets stuff lol. Hey going do long trip dont try to do it all in one day . 400 amd 500 miles are good day take an extra day. Safe travels have Budweiser for me you at home coming lol
Sometimes you just need a bag of Swedish fish to cross the finish line!
I started carrying a small rechargeable air pump and battery pack in our saddleman everyday bag. Just in case
I probably should and will regret it one day, but not today lol
Soak a towel in ice, place on neck or back… too easy to overheat in summer!
not a bad idea at all!
Safe travels! Don’t forget your D vitamins….
That's what she said
One thing you forgot.....Tools...
Ha! I actually don't carry anything but duct tape.
@@BikesBeardsAndBrews And maybe some Zip Ties?
Great tip video!!! Definitely gotta leave early and get out ahead of all that traffic!! I would say 2 pair of jeans…just in case. But that’s me.
I usually have a pair of gym shorts in my bag so worse case I throw those on and throw my jeans in a washer or hang them to dry for a bit