Don't leave home without it

The difference between a good tour and a bad tour could very well depend on what you remembered to pack for the trip.

by Bill Andrews 

May 30 - You've been planning this motorcycle trip for over a year. The route's all settled, the bike's been serviced, and you think you're ready to go. Are you sure you have everything you need?

AMA Road Riding Director Eddie James has some suggestions to help you along the way.

AMA Road Riding Director Eddie James with his favorite touring machine.

James is the kind of rider who thinks nothing of waking up in Ohio, eating breakfast in Illinois, and taking a barbeque dinner in Texas - all in the same day. Fact is, he seldom starts a bike unless it's going to be a long haul. Suffice it to say, James knows a thing or two about the stuff you need on a trip. Here are a few suggestions along with a checklist of things we feel every touring motorcyclist may want to consider bringing on a trip. next —>

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