How to prepare the motorcycle to travel

Organizing trips and routes with the motorcycle is an alternative that is gaining more and more followers, either because of the feeling of freedom or because of the opportunity it offers to admire and enjoy the beautiful landscapes. In the same way that when we make a car trip, we must check the status of all the components of the motorcycle to put it in order and make sure that it will not fail during the journey. Therefore, in this article we show you the factors that you must take into account when preparing the motorcycle to travel .

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Before starting any trip, the first thing to do is to check the maintenance of the bike point by point and check that everything is in perfect condition, so the trip will be as safe and comfortable as possible. The most advisable thing is that a professional mechanic is in charge of carrying out an exhaustive revision of the motorcycle.

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Check the battery's energy level to make sure that the levels are right and check, also, the pressure and wear of the tires . The covers of motorcycle tires are thinner, so for its stability it is very important that the pressure is correct.

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No matter how many kilometers you have made with your motorcycle, when starting a trip it is almost obligatory to check the engine oil and replace what you have lost since on long trips you will spend more quickly. It is also essential to change the oil every year at the latest, although it will depend on the model of the motorcycle. Visit our article How to check the oil of a 4-stroke motorcycle to know more details.

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Check the condition of the coolant and brake fluid . The coolant should have a blue or green hue and the brake fluid, meanwhile, should be transparent instead of brown. In addition to all this, it is also necessary to check the lights, the air filter, the chain and the battery. In the article How to take care of my motorcycle you will find all the details to carry out a complete revision.

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On a trip, it is advisable to use an integral helmet that is in an excellent state since it is the greatest safety element for motorcyclists. Also, it is important to choose carefully the clothes you will wear during the journey, as well as comfortable and cushioned garments that protect you from the sun, wind and possible falls, breathable underwear, back and kidney girdles, gloves and sunglasses .

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As for the luggage, you can store your personal belongings in a luggage rack installed in the back, in the side saddlebags if you have the possibility of coupling them or in the bag of deposit, a type of cover that is attached to the tank of the motorcycle. In winter and rainy season, pack things in waterproof bags so that they arrive dry and in good condition at your destination.