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Travelling on a motorcycle is one of the most freeing experiences you will ever enjoy in life. Every year thousands of people across the world throw their legs across the saddle of their motorcycles and head out for an epic destination. If you have been struggling with finding your next motorcycling travel destination, here 10 tips to get started.
Evaluate your budget The most fundamental deciding factor that will help you zero down on a travel destination is the amount of money you are prepared to expend on the travel. Take a few moments to Estimate how much money will need to complete the travel. Once you have a broad idea how much money you have to spare, you can broaden the search radius to as many places that you can cover in that amount of money. Make a list of all of the places that you can do for the amount of money you have, and then eliminate candidates that do not fit the other criteria listed below. When it comes to saving money for travelling, start saving a little every month for at least a period of 6 to 7 months so that by the end of it you have a small reserve to dip into. From our experience, it is also a good idea to keep at least 30% of the overall travel budget as emergency funds so that you have something to use in an emergency situation. Leverage experiences of other riders Once you have a basic list of all the destinations you can cover for the money you have, the next step is to ask around and labels to experience of other riders in your friend circle together as much information as you can about the destinations that you have shortlisted. Travelling is all about maximizing the return on your investment, and that is why you need to have all the necessary information about which place will give you the maximum in terms of enjoyment and experience enhancement. When you talk to fellow riders, you get an idea of the places that you must travel and avoid those places which are nothing but the result of tourist hype. Keep an eye on the socio-political scene Before finalizing the destination, make sure to check the socio-political information of the place. The last thing you want on a tour is to be stuck in the middle of a political upheaval. In most places around the country, election time is the worst time to visit. A good source of information to know about the social and political development of a country is either on your own countries travel advisory websites, or in relevant discussion boards and forums. Keep an eye on the news for any upcoming political event and try to avoid it as much as possible. Don't get swayed by hype Don't become the victim of tourist hype! There are many places that are not yet explored which should be on your list of places to visit rather than the places which have been thronged by visitors on every vacation season. In order to locate such hidden places, check out social media platforms and find out more about search destinations that are within your budget and time limits. Consider transportation options While it is a good idea to use your motorcycle for all commutes to the destination and within the destination as well, there may be times when you have to use public transportation to reach from one place to another. That is great for saving a lot of money, and also exploring the local ways of doing things. This is particularly helpful if you are travelling in a group and you want to save money on fuel expenses. Find out everything you can about the local transportation options, which can come in handy in exploring the local places within the destination without spending lot of money on fuel for your motorcycle. Align your leaves with the destination season Every destination has a particular season during which it becomes best for travelling. For example, if you are travelling to the Philippines try to avoid the summer during which the season is really hot and humid with high chances of rainfall because it is a tropical country. Winters in Philippines, on the other hand, is the best time to travel when the temperature is mild and the beaches are warm and welcoming! When you’re planning leaves at your day job, make sure to align them with the season of the destination. Check the viability Even if all the parameters align, there might be other things that does not make the destination viable for you at this particular point of time. While we are completely in the favour of just packing your bags and heading out without worrying too much about what will happen during the trip, there may be times when you have to check the viability of making the trip, especially if you have other people depending on you for their safety and comfort. Going solo Vs. Going with a partner Travelling solo frees you from the headache of waiting for someone every morning to start the ride! that is why many people travel solo, but there are people who believe in the fact that having somebody to share their experiences make them more enjoyable! Make sure to find a reliable riding partner, preferably somebody who has their own motorcycle, if that is not the case, evaluate the space you have in your motorcycle luggage boxes to carry all the luggage you will need, especially during the winter when the need for additional warm clothes is unavoidable. Push your comfort levels You won't get novel experiences unless you step out of your comfort zone. Make safe and smart decisions to push your comfort boundaries and try something new this time. It is highly recommended that you consult somebody who has the experience of travelling a lot on motorcycles to evaluate the pros and cons of your daring plans! If you have a medical condition, make sure to talk to your doctor before heading out on any unconventional travel plan. Always stay safe Never become complacent regarding your personal safety when you're on a motorcycle tour. Always make sure to wear the best quality branded motorcycle riding helmet along with a pair of riding clubs and boots to stay protected against all bruises and injuries that can happen out of the blue! Always make sure to have a comprehensive travel insurance plan and keep somebody back at home in the loop at all times by calling them every morning before beginning the ride, and informing them off your plan ahead at the end of the ride. Summary: Travelling on a motorcycle is one of the most freeing experiences you will ever enjoy in life. Every year thousands of people across the world throw their legs across the saddle of their motorcycles and head out for an epic destination. If you have been struggling with finding your next motorcycling travel destination, here 10 tips to get started.
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There's no time like the winters to go on long distance motorcycle trips especially in a tropical country such as India. If you have a few long-distance motorcycle trips on the cards, you will find these practical tips very helpful when it comes to staying warm while riding through chilly highways through the open countryside.
Button up, seal the gaps One of the common reasons why motorcyclists become chilled when they're on a long-distance winter trips on their bikes is because of the cold air in seeping through the gaps of their Winter gears. Whenever you are using a motorcycle jacket for writing during the winters, make sure that all the buttons and zippers are closed up to the maximum so that there is no gap between your body and external environment. A good way to ensure that is to layer up with multiple thin winter clothing beneath the winter jacket so that the cold wind cannot enter the body. The same goes for wearing the proper helmet. Always make sure to wear a good quality branded motorcycle helmet that has a chin-guard and neck support which will provide a better insulation against the cold wind outside. Depending upon the temperature of the destination you are heading out to come up it might be a good idea to wear a skull cap or balaclava under the helmet to stay warm. Invest in winter riding gears Motorcycle riding gears are made for different writing conditions. For example, riding jacket made for summers is definitely not what you would want to wear when going on a winter motorcycling trip. Winter motorcycle jackets are made to keep the body temperature log in irrespective of the cold temperature outside. This is done by the installation of thermally insulated inner lining on the inner side of the jacket, and if you notice, there are no air vents on a winter motorcycle jacket. This not only prevents the gold from getting inside, but also locks in the warmth of the body inside the jacket. Visit any motorcycle accessories shop near you and find out all the alternatives and options they have for motorcycle riding gears and jackets including a proper winter full face helmet which will keep you comfortable during your ride. Get heated seats and grips In addition to investing in the proper riding gear for yourself, there are a few things that you can do to enhance your overall comfort by getting aftermarket heated seats and grips for the motorcycle. You would not believe the amount of comfort these simple editions can give you specially when you're riding through cold rural countryside. the cost of these aftermarket installations depends on the quality of the product, but even the most basic heated seat in grip will be enough to make you comfortable when the Mercury drops. Don’t skip food many people make the mistake of thinking that eating food immediately cools down the core body temperature. While there is some truth to that, it is not completely true either. What actually happens is the body starts to digest the food and in doing that a little bit of the inner temperature is used up which gives a feeling of the body becoming cooler, but that is immediately replaced by a feeling of warmth as the body copes with the additional demand for energy and starts generating warmth. Own it is a very good idea to consume warm soups and hot food whenever possible when you're on a winter motorcycling trip. Soups and beverages Continuing from our previous point, it is a good idea to carry pre made soups and beverages with you on the motorcycle luggage bags, which you can conveniently heat up at any restaurant or hotel if you request them to do it. If that facility is not available to you, you can also consider carrying a butane stove in a couple of butane gas cans, which are quite convenient and cheap as well. This will come in handy to prepare soups and other things if you are considering the option of staying in a tent rather than putting up in a hotel room. Many motorcyclists often consume alcohol to stay warm in the winter, but never make the mistake of driving under the influence of alcohol because impaired judgment under the influence of alcohol might be a fatal thing especially if you're riding in a congested highway or a high traffic situation, not to mention that it is very illegal, and will attract severe penalties or cancellation of the license for repeat offenders! |