road trip from Vail, Co to Kalamazoo, Mi

joshuatrueanderson · April 8th, 2013, 11:52 AM

So in less than 3 weeks im going to be taking a nice month long bike trip. I plan on bringing my hiking tent and zero degree sleeping back and hittin back roads the whole way. Just took the bike to the shop to check it out and see how she is running before i head out. Im gonna pull the trigger on a new rear tire ( my side wall has small crack in it) but other than that the mech said my bike looked brand new.

I thought i would post this a bit early to see if anyone had any advise or wanted to jump in on the trip along the way. Realistic i was gonna try to cruz between 6- 10 hours a day but open to all suggestions.

I am bringing my laptop and go pro and other cameras so i will be hopefully updating this along the trip as i go.

Plan on rollin out of here on the 27 of april and spending day or 2 in denver and then making haul on this trip

csmith12 · April 8th, 2013, 12:02 PM

Nice! Enjoy and safe travels.

Subbed for the updates.

allanoue · April 8th, 2013, 12:18 PM

Xplorguy · April 12th, 2013, 07:51 PM

How are you planning on packing all your stuff on the bike...the camping gear takes up so much room.....I am unsure how to make it work for touring.....

CC Cowboy · April 13th, 2013, 08:57 AM

You, your bike, and the open road. I can't think of a better way to spend a month.

xSean13 · April 13th, 2013, 10:34 AM

Hope you have a corbin seat

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Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

You, your bike, and the open road. I can't think of a better way to spend a month.

Me, my bike and the open road; then me, the airplane, and the open skies

Ride to the airport, fly for a bit, ride home.

joshuatrueanderson · April 13th, 2013, 11:00 AM

i wish i had a better seat... ahhh... but yeah i plan on bring just campin gear and a few items of clothing... Ill take a picture of everything loaded on the bike today. Also gonna be wearing ogio no drag mach 3 back pack

CC Cowboy · April 13th, 2013, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by joshuatrueanderson

i wish i had a better seat... ahhh... but yeah i plan on bring just campin gear and a few items of clothing... Ill take a picture of everything loaded on the bike today. Also gonna be wearing ogio no drag mach 3 back pack

You will regret a backpack after a few hours.

Xplorguy · April 13th, 2013, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

You will regret a backpack after a few hours.

Yup. You will end up trying to figure out how to bungie that backpack to your bike...............

Dragone · April 13th, 2013, 01:18 PM

forget the laptop and go pro crap. Tank bag with your weapon, medicine bag, camera and map, strap down a tarp with some basics on the back with rope to make shelter and to keep some water/snacks. Enjoy the ride. A month is a nice trip to experience the ride. Congrats

joshuatrueanderson · April 13th, 2013, 05:45 PM

something like that... Gona be a tight fit but i think its gonna happen.. maybe like 2 more bungee nets to hold it all togather... I plan on strapping the back pack onto the tail and only really throwing it on my back when i need too.

(sleeping bag, one person tent, clothes, extra shoes and other not needed stuff like the laptop) all pictured

CC Cowboy · April 13th, 2013, 06:36 PM

Anything that is under the tail section is going to get filthy. Get a tank bag in stead of the back pack.

Xplorguy · April 13th, 2013, 10:16 PM

Josh! You need some Rox straps really bad. Bungies and nets are not going to get it done. Your load needs to be combat ready....weight down low, minimize the sail area, and all rock solid so no shifting when you lean it over or are moving down the road at 70!

CC Cowboy · April 14th, 2013, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Xplorguy

Josh! You need some Rox straps really bad. Bungies and nets are not going to get it done. Your load needs to be combat ready....weight down low, minimize the sail area, and all rock solid so no shifting when you lean it over or are moving down the road at 70!

These bikes will do 70? That's so cool!

joshuatrueanderson · April 21st, 2013, 03:27 PM

alrite i had to rethink the cargo situation, wasnt really safe before. I didnt wanna spend any money on real legit cargo so this is my DIY.

bahh i know some of you are gonna make fun, but its alllll goood. I tested it and it doesnt budge.

CC Cowboy · April 21st, 2013, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by joshuatrueanderson

alrite i had to rethink the cargo situation, wasnt really safe before. I didnt wanna spend any money on real legit cargo so this is my DIY.

When riding a motorcycle for a month on the road you really want to spend the money. It will make the trip much easier and more enjoyable. Plus, you can use the gear for future trips. It's easier to spend it before you leave rather than while your on the road. Be prepared and it will be rewarding.

Dragonracer76 · April 28th, 2013, 09:45 PM

http://www.powersportsuperstore.com/...-p/4565178.htm

Cheap alternative. ...about 30 bucks cheaper than motorcycle superstore and way cheaper than having to buy new gear when it comes off the bike

joshuatrueanderson · April 30th, 2013, 02:12 PM

will post some pics soon but so far over 1000 miles in 2 day and my cargo is flawless... yuuuuuuup flawlesss... hasnt budged once.... when i get home im going to make a good DIY post because its f*ing flawless.... BOOOOm

allanoue · April 30th, 2013, 02:34 PM

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Originally Posted by joshuatrueanderson

will post some pics soon but so far over 1000 miles in 2 day and my cargo is flawless... yuuuuuuup flawlesss... hasnt budged once.... when i get home im going to make a good DIY post because its f*ing flawless.... BOOOOm

Dragonracer76 · April 30th, 2013, 09:52 PM

April 8th, 2013, 11:52 AM	#1
joshuatrueanderson ninjette.org member Name: Josh Location: vail, co Join Date: Jan 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 250r, blue Posts: 44	road trip from Vail, Co to Kalamazoo, Mi So in less than 3 weeks im going to be taking a nice month long bike trip. I plan on bringing my hiking tent and zero degree sleeping back and hittin back roads the whole way. Just took the bike to the shop to check it out and see how she is running before i head out. Im gonna pull the trigger on a new rear tire ( my side wall has small crack in it) but other than that the mech said my bike looked brand new. I thought i would post this a bit early to see if anyone had any advise or wanted to jump in on the trip along the way. Realistic i was gonna try to cruz between 6- 10 hours a day but open to all suggestions. I am bringing my laptop and go pro and other cameras so i will be hopefully updating this along the trip as i go. Plan on rollin out of here on the 27 of april and spending day or 2 in denver and then making haul on this trip

April 8th, 2013, 12:02 PM	#2
csmith12 The Corner Whisperer Name: Chris (aka Reactor) Location: Northern KY Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2010 250 (track), 1992 250, 2006 R6 (street/track), 2008 R6 (track) Posts: Too much. MOTY 2015, MOTM - Nov '12, Nov '13	Nice! Enjoy and safe travels. Subbed for the updates. __________________________________________________ Goal: Shake A Million Hands \| Look through the corners \| Track Day Prep \| Closest track? \| The Mid-Ohio School

April 13th, 2013, 08:57 AM	#5
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	You, your bike, and the open road. I can't think of a better way to spend a month. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

April 13th, 2013, 06:36 PM	#12
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	Anything that is under the tail section is going to get filthy. Get a tank bag in stead of the back pack. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

April 28th, 2013, 09:45 PM	#17
Dragonracer76 ninjette.org member Name: Jason Location: Cabot, AR Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: 209	http://www.powersportsuperstore.com/...-p/4565178.htm Cheap alternative. ...about 30 bucks cheaper than motorcycle superstore and way cheaper than having to buy new gear when it comes off the bike __________________________________________________ Beards make everything better. ATGATT

April 8th, 2013, 12:18 PM	#3
allanoue ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Al Location: York, Pa Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2013 Ninja 300..............2008 Ninja 500-sold...2009 Ninja 250-Crashed Posts: Too much. MOTM - Sep '14

April 12th, 2013, 07:51 PM	#4
Xplorguy ninjette.org member Name: Norman Location: Eugene, Oregon Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): BMW K12RS, DL650 , New 2013 "WonderBike" Ninja300SE Posts: 52	How are you planning on packing all your stuff on the bike...the camping gear takes up so much room.....I am unsure how to make it work for touring.....

April 13th, 2013, 11:00 AM	#7
joshuatrueanderson ninjette.org member Name: Josh Location: vail, co Join Date: Jan 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 250r, blue Posts: 44	i wish i had a better seat... ahhh... but yeah i plan on bring just campin gear and a few items of clothing... Ill take a picture of everything loaded on the bike today. Also gonna be wearing ogio no drag mach 3 back pack

April 13th, 2013, 01:18 PM	#10
Dragone ninjette.org member Name: Ted Location: Nevada Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): '86 VFR 750, '90 ZX7, '92 KZ1000, '05 ninja 500, '05 6RR, '06 10R, '07 ninja 250 Posts: 122	forget the laptop and go pro crap. Tank bag with your weapon, medicine bag, camera and map, strap down a tarp with some basics on the back with rope to make shelter and to keep some water/snacks. Enjoy the ride. A month is a nice trip to experience the ride. Congrats

April 13th, 2013, 05:45 PM	#11
joshuatrueanderson ninjette.org member Name: Josh Location: vail, co Join Date: Jan 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 250r, blue Posts: 44	something like that... Gona be a tight fit but i think its gonna happen.. maybe like 2 more bungee nets to hold it all togather... I plan on strapping the back pack onto the tail and only really throwing it on my back when i need too. (sleeping bag, one person tent, clothes, extra shoes and other not needed stuff like the laptop) all pictured

April 13th, 2013, 10:16 PM	#13
Xplorguy ninjette.org member Name: Norman Location: Eugene, Oregon Join Date: Apr 2011 Motorcycle(s): BMW K12RS, DL650 , New 2013 "WonderBike" Ninja300SE Posts: 52	Josh! You need some Rox straps really bad. Bungies and nets are not going to get it done. Your load needs to be combat ready....weight down low, minimize the sail area, and all rock solid so no shifting when you lean it over or are moving down the road at 70!

April 21st, 2013, 03:27 PM	#15
joshuatrueanderson ninjette.org member Name: Josh Location: vail, co Join Date: Jan 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 250r, blue Posts: 44	alrite i had to rethink the cargo situation, wasnt really safe before. I didnt wanna spend any money on real legit cargo so this is my DIY. bahh i know some of you are gonna make fun, but its alllll goood. I tested it and it doesnt budge.

April 30th, 2013, 02:12 PM	#18
joshuatrueanderson ninjette.org member Name: Josh Location: vail, co Join Date: Jan 2013 Motorcycle(s): 08 250r, blue Posts: 44	will post some pics soon but so far over 1000 miles in 2 day and my cargo is flawless... yuuuuuuup flawlesss... hasnt budged once.... when i get home im going to make a good DIY post because its f*ing flawless.... BOOOOm

April 30th, 2013, 09:52 PM	#20
Dragonracer76 ninjette.org member Name: Jason Location: Cabot, AR Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: 209	__________________________________________________ Beards make everything better. ATGATT

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