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Offline MrPepsi

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Long Distance Ride Packing List
« on: May 16, 2011, 12:31:14 PM »
Here is a list, which others can add to.
It just might help remind you of one item you may have otherwise forgotten.
Some of these items were added when I had a C-10 and are not necessary any longer with the C-14s, but you never know.

long flat screw driver
Two Phillips screw drivers with different size heads
Flash light
Air pump
Tire plug kit
Leatherman
Allen wrench set
Cog Member Book
Jumper Cables
Ziploc bags
Dental Mirror
Forehead flashlight
Extra bungies and zip ties
Camera and mini tripod
Butt Buffers
AMA Card
GPS
Advil
Headset Chargers
Cell phone chargers
Clear helmet shields
Jacket liners
Duct tape
Nylon rope (thank you Hogboy)
Electrical tape
Spare fuses
Spare nuts and bolts
Concours shop manual
Log book
Rag
Strap for connecting luggage
Cooling vests
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #1 on: May 16, 2011, 12:55:00 PM »
I keep a can of Plexus packed, among your other items you have listed.  Keeps sheilds, lights, mirrors clean while on the road.  I also toss in a couple extra batteries for the flashlights just in case.

That's just me...  ;)
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #2 on: May 16, 2011, 01:52:23 PM »
Looks like you might a trailer to haul it all.  :-[

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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #3 on: May 16, 2011, 03:14:07 PM »
Advil

At first I read this as "ANVIL"   ???
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #4 on: May 16, 2011, 04:02:37 PM »
At first I read this as "ANVIL"   ???

Might be helpful for KiPass issues.
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #5 on: May 16, 2011, 04:16:08 PM »
For the C10, it's a good idea to pack an emergency peg (i.e. a 130mm x 8mm bolt if I remember correctly).  That way, if you end up breaking a driver's footpeg, you have a backup.  The bolt doesn't take up much space either, although I put some rubber tubing and a washer on mine to make it a little more comfortable.

Of course, if you have tipover bars, your pegs should be a bit safer...

Also, a pair of needlenose vise grips is a nice thing to have.  Among other things, they may get you out of a jam if you break a clutch or brake handle off near/at the base of the lever.  In January, I had this very problem, and was profusely thanking whomever here recommended packing those.
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MCL Fork Brace & Handlebar Risers.  Bergmen Quick Release Tank Kit, Pilot GT Front/Avon Venom Rear tire.  Trunk w/spoiler.  NGK DR8EIX plugs.  Piece of foam in airbox.  Beads on seat.  Bafflectomized.  Murphs Kneesavers & Fuse Block.  Cee Bailey Winscreen w/vent.  Heated grips.  'Custom' mirrors.

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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #6 on: May 16, 2011, 04:19:37 PM »
Nylon rope (thank you Hogboy)

Can anyone locate this story in cache?
I'm worried it will be too long and old to dig up.
Maybe its on his website.
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #7 on: May 16, 2011, 04:24:43 PM »
Can anyone locate this story in cache?
I'm worried it will be too long and old to dig up.
Maybe its on his website.

http://peterhogboy.com/18.html
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #8 on: May 16, 2011, 04:45:37 PM »
This is THE best tool for making a list I've seen, totally flexible:

http://micapeak.com/checklists/mclist.html
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #9 on: May 16, 2011, 08:03:16 PM »
Also, a pair of needlenose vise grips is a nice thing to have.  Among other things, they may get you out of a jam if you break a clutch or brake handle off near/at the base of the lever.  In January, I had this very problem, and was profusely thanking whomever here recommended packing those.

Wouldn't actual levers be just as easy to pack? And lighter?
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #10 on: May 16, 2011, 10:16:12 PM »
Wouldn't actual levers be just as easy to pack? And lighter?

Vise Grips are useful to begin with.  Needlenose vise grips are nice for trying to hold that thingie that's in that weird space that normal pliers may not reach.  The fact that they can double as a brake/clutch lever in a pinch is also nice, should you NOT have a lever on hand.  That being said, a spare lever would be nice, but the lever won't double for vise grips, so you may end up with both...
2006 w/50,000+ miles and a few bruises.

MCL Fork Brace & Handlebar Risers.  Bergmen Quick Release Tank Kit, Pilot GT Front/Avon Venom Rear tire.  Trunk w/spoiler.  NGK DR8EIX plugs.  Piece of foam in airbox.  Beads on seat.  Bafflectomized.  Murphs Kneesavers & Fuse Block.  Cee Bailey Winscreen w/vent.  Heated grips.  'Custom' mirrors.

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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #11 on: May 17, 2011, 09:30:05 AM »
For the C10, it's a good idea to pack an emergency peg (i.e. a 130mm x 8mm bolt if I remember correctly).  That way, if you end up breaking a driver's footpeg, you have a backup.  The bolt doesn't take up much space either, . . .
FYI, said bolt fits inside a handlebar. It can also be found almost free holding the stem in the old rusting bicycle in the back yard.
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #12 on: May 17, 2011, 07:53:21 PM »
Beer! There is nothing like stopping on a mountain road to soak in the scenery and just relax listening to the wind, an occasional hawk screeching, the tinkling sound of the exhaust cooling off while enjoying a nice cold beer.


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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #13 on: May 17, 2011, 08:17:23 PM »
Some Harley riders I know always bring along a chase vehicle.  Came in real handy last week when 9 of them decided to do an Iron-Butt to Las Vegas.  2 broke down, but fortunately they were still under warranty.

I have not yet heard the rest of the story.

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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #14 on: May 17, 2011, 08:26:32 PM »
  2 broke down, but fortunately they were still under warranty.


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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #15 on: May 17, 2011, 08:32:27 PM »
:rotflmao: :rotflmao: :rotflmao:

Don't laugh, that's only about 20%  ::)
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #16 on: May 18, 2011, 09:26:07 AM »
Don't laugh, that's only about 20%  ::)

In that case...













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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #17 on: May 18, 2011, 10:35:15 PM »
i pack camera equipment, laptop, clothes for riding, clothes for going out, and a 12 pack of trojans. >32,000 miles in 14 months and this packing list has been great.

thats about it...am I missing anything?  ;D
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #18 on: May 19, 2011, 02:58:59 AM »
A couple of things I try not to forget when packing for traveling/camping.

Fingernail clippers.  For various reasons I always seem to jam my fingers and split a fingernail or two.

Tweezers for removing splinters.  Seems like an annoying splinter or two always goes hand-in-hand for me when traveling and camping.
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Re: Long Distance Ride Packing List
« Reply #19 on: May 19, 2011, 04:20:05 PM »
i pack camera equipment, laptop, clothes for riding, clothes for going out, and a 12 pack of trojans. >32,000 miles in 14 months and this packing list has been great.

thats about it...am I missing anything?  ;D
Maybe bring some sort of mobile phone, maybe you can get a deal at work? ;)
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