Things to Consider before long rides
Before going to any long ride plan it first.
Where are you going ?
Select a destination of where are you going
When are you going ?
Look at the calendar properly, see which dates are available.
How much is the distance ?
Calculate the distance that you need to travel.
Will you be able to do that ?
Are you physically fit for that ride.
Are you mentally prepared for that ?
Being physically fit does not win the battle all the time, you need to be mentally prepared for that too
Where will you stay ?
Looking at your destination, see if the place is suitable for stay at night, look for hotels and book in advance, it may happen that you may not be able to get room due to some reasons.
2. TAKE PERMISSION FOR PARENTS
Do complete study and talk to your parents about it
Never force or harass your parents for letting you go for long ride. convince them, tell them that you are mature enough to handle the situation if anything goes wrong. You can take care of yourself.
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3. BIKE PREPARATION
Take your bike to the Service station. Get it serviced properly. Tell the mechanic that you are going for a long ride. Tell him to check everything properly. Ask him, if your bike can go such long distance. carry your Clutch Cable, Accelerator cable, Brake cable. Take a proper look at the condition of your tires, if it already has lots of puncture better change the tire.
Take a look at Your R.C., Insurance, P.U.C. Driving License. and keep them up to date.
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4. THINGS YOU NEED
First thing that you need to have is proper riding gear.
Buy yourself a Helmet, Riding Jacket, Gloves, riding Pants,
Depending upon the days to travel carry luggage accordingly
For Carrying luggage you need to have Tank bag, Tail bag, Saddle bag, a pair of bungee cord for tying, etc, don't compromise on these things, they might be expensive but would help you carry more luggage easily
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5. THINGS TO CARRY
Pack things smartly, don't carry excess of thing which you might not even need.
Carry clothes, Toiletries, depending upon your expense carry enough cash. many a times cards are not accepted in such case you need to pay cash. Carry cash more than you require for emergency. Carry a small weapon like knife or something of that sort for self safety. Carry torch, you may need it at night. Depending upon the climatic condition carry rain liners, cover. If the climate is hot carry extra water with you. Bike Documents like R.C., Insurance, P.U.C. are always need to be carried. Chain Lube, and other bike spares in case you need any. Always carry your tool kit with you, never know when you may need it.
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6. THINGS TO REMEMBER
While on the ride never trust unknown person.
Take a halt whenever you want, don't for your body and bike.
Don't eat too much on the way, you may feel sleepy and distracted.
In case if you fell sleepy take a halt, sleep properly. don't proceed until you feel all right.
Don't let thing come on your EGO, if you cannot do don't do. Don't force yourself beyond your physical and mental strength. Don't do such ride because somebody else has done it, you may be not a touring person.
Do not argue with the local people, it may lead you to serious problems.
Keep looking at your Fuel gauge, fill fuel before reserve.
Don't ride like a maniac, cutting lanes. You are on a Tour ride gently.
Follow traffic rules Strictly.
TAKE CARE OF THESE THINGS AND ENJOY YOUR RIDE
THANK YOU
