From the rumble of your engine to the wind in your hair, no experience can compare to taking a ride on the open road, with no particular destination in mind and all the time in the world at your disposal. However, there are a few things that are essential to ensure peace of mind from when you start your engine to when you arrive back home.
Consider the following three things you should take with you on every motorcycle ride.
Rain Gear
While riding a motorcycle feels amazing and freeing, the weather is always something that you have to consider, for a variety of reasons. When planning a ride, you might already factor the weather in, but the weather can change at the drop of a hat, and you need to be prepared for when that happens. One of the things that is going to benefit you the most is rain gear, which can just be something like a raincoat or windbreaker if you do not want to take a full kit with you. Since you are not in a car, you are immediately exposed to the elements, which can cause more problems for you later on if you are not properly prepared.
First Aid Kit
A motorcycle accident is no laughing matter, and if you are in a somewhat secluded area, you might find yourself having to wait a significant amount of time before help can get to you. While you are waiting, you need to have something on hand in case your injuries need immediate attention. While a first aid kit may not have everything that you need, it still has a lot of things that can do in a pinch, including pain relievers, disinfectants and gauze in case you need to stop any bleeding. If you are planning a multi-day journey, it would be best to invest in a first aid kit that goes beyond the basics.
A Satellite Phone or CB Radio
While a cell phone works well enough to summon help in most situations, there is always the chance that you will find yourself in a place where you are not able to use it due to a lack of signal. There is no service plan in existence that has complete network coverage, so you cannot expect to get coverage wherever you go. If you are planning to go somewhere that you have never been, you might want to consider taking either a satellite phone or CB radio with you in case you get stuck. Satellite phones and CB radios have been around for a long time, and they are both reliable forms of communication to fall back on in case your phone dies or cannot get a signal.
Riding your motorcycle is probably one of the most relaxing things that you do and for good reason. However, you can never be too careful when you put your helmet on and head out. Keep these suggestions in mind so that you are prepared for your next ride.
