Tips for Motorcycle Road Trips

A great motorcycle road trip starts with proper preparation. Our guide covers some basics to help set you up for a successful road trip.

Prepare Your Motorcycle

A Pre-Trip Inspection

Every motorcycle rider should have something like a pre-ride inspection routine. These tend to include checking on tire pressure and wear, fluid levels, functioning electronics, etc. 

Regular Maintenance

A motorcycle that’s damaged can be anything from a major annoyance on the road to the cause of a catastrophic accident. A small problem can turn into a big one on the road, so be safe and take your bike in for regular maintenance!

Prepare Yourself

Keeping your motorcycle clean and shiny can certainly be important, but it’s more important to keep yourself in proper health during any long-distance ride. Take care of yourself so you feel good and focused enough to ride all day. This means avoiding a breakfast of greasy diner food that could slow you down before noon, or taking that morning shower so you feel refreshed enough to keep pace without getting uncomfortable. There are enough threats on the road to worry about cleanliness and eating habits, so take care of those as part of your riding routine.

The most important thing is to get out there and have some fun, but even veteran motorcycle riders need a bit of planning and logistical oversight! If you are still looking for your perfect road trip-ready motorcycle, you can find it at Windy City Motorcycle Company. We serve Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Detroit, Michigan, and Chicago, Illinois.