Our tips for preparing for a motorcycle ride

Need to get away from it all after all these weeks in captivity? Want ride a motorcycle for a few days ? Today, Duffy will help you prepare for your trip. The overall organization depends on many factors, such as your budget, destination, or the number of days spent. So be consistent with your organization. Before starting, determine the number of days of your trip or adapt this number of days according to the itinerary you have chosen. Let's find out about the different stages preparing for a motorcycle ride.

Step 1. Determine your route

The first thing to do is choose the places you want to visit before creating your itinerary. To do this, just follow your desires. Get inspired or look for already suggested trips.

When you are going to determine the places you want to visit and the cities / villages you want to see, consider the number of travel days and the number of kilometers you can cover in a day, taking into account account breaks, tours, and your experience.

You can find inspiration on this site: Liberty Rider, Michelin Guide 2021.

Step 2. Create your route

If you choose a route that has already been marked, you can proceed to the next step.

To trace the route as easily as possible, while remaining constant in terms of the number of kilometers and the time to travel, use the app. ViaMichelin. Thanks to the route function, you can define your starting point and next points by pressing the + button.

For more features, click on the options to select the bike as your vehicle and the type of route you want. To do this, we advise you to choose the "Discovery" route, which prefers scenic routes of tourist interest.

Once your itinerary has been drawn up, find the cities / villages you want to spend the night in to organize yourself.

Step 3. Find a place to live

Now you need to think about where to stop. The choice depends on you and your budget. If you prefer, choose hotels or guest rooms. If you don't want to spend your entire budget on accommodation, hostels or Airbnb can be a great compromise. Finally, adventure lovers can go camping or surfing on the couch.

It all depends on the season you are going in and the weather forecast, but it is best to book the nights before departure. You will be calm and not taken by surprise.

Finally, make sure you can park your motorcycle with or without a canopy, but still calmly.

Step 4: motorcycle equipment

It goes without saying that you and your prospective passenger must have good motorcycle equipment before going on a trip. Mandatory approved helmet and gloves, motorcycle jacket, motorcycle shoes and suitable trousers.

Motorcycle Rain Gear

In case of rain, remember to bring your equipment with you to keep it dry under all circumstances. Jumpsuit, gloves and boots as needed. Discover our assortment "Baltik".

Cold bike gear

Depending on the season in which you are going, you may want to wear insulated clothing to stay warm throughout the day without putting them on. Also consider hiding gloves and heating pads / balaclavas to protect body parts most exposed to cold.

Motorcycle luggage

Depending on the length of your journey, you should remember to prepare your luggage well. It is better to choose saddlebags or suitcases and / or top suitcase rather than a backpack. In fact, it can be dangerous for the spine in the event of a fall and tire the pilot more quickly.

To optimize space and weight, take only the essentials. To do this, you can write a list of everything you absolutely need to take with you. Plus you won't forget anything for sure!

Step 5. Prepare your motorcycle

One of the most important things is preparing your motorcycle. After all, it must be in perfect condition so as not to present unpleasant surprises during the trip.

Before you leave, do small inspection of your motorcycle... Check the pressure and condition of the tires, the oil level and the general condition of the brakes (brake fluid, pads, disc). Also, do not forget to check the lighting, chain tension (if there is a motorcycle) and the date of the last oil change.

Step 6: don't forget anything!

Don't neglect this last step. Make sure you don't forget anything before leaving! To do this, refer to the small list that you wrote in the fourth step.

Among the essentials, don't forget to pay, your ID documents, motorcycle documents, GPS and navigation accessories, puncture spray, ear plugs, a small set of tools in case of a breakdown, and anything else you might need.

That's it, you're ready for adventure! Feel free to share your experience with us!

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