Motorcycle Camping Guide
Camping is a great way to leave behind the stress and worries of daily life and escape into nature. Most people who go camping use their gas-guzzling and space-hogging cars or trucks to reach their destination, but your motorcycle is an even better option.
At Road Track & Trail, we know being on a motorcycle enhances the experience of a trail drive. In that spirit, we’ve prepared a guide to help you out. If you want a good trail bike, come and see our collection of motorcycles for sale in Big Bend, Wisconsin.
Prep Your Bike
Before you head out for a remote corner of the state, make sure your motorcycle is in peak performance condition. Check your tires for worn tread or objects embedded in them; also check the tire pressure. Check and top-up all fluids and make sure your oil is clean. Test your lights and signals for functionality. If you’ll be riding your motorcycle for a while, take it out for a short spin and listen for any odd sounds. If something feels off, bring it to Road Track & Trail and let our expert staff whip it into shape.
Plan Ahead
As with any other type of vacation, you should plan ahead for your camping trip. If you don’t consider where you’re going, what you want to do and how much you want to spend, you could end up feeling out of your depth. You may bounce from campsite to campsite looking for space or you may not pack enough food, which will require an inconvenient grocery run. Planning helps you maximize your trip. Keep a list of things you want to do ─ landmarks you want to see, cuisine you want to try, hiking trails you want to conquer, etc. ─ and build your trip around these.
Storage Options
Nowadays, most manufacturers give you storage options with motorcycles because they know their clients have a taste for off-road adventures. Your dirt bike might have saddlebags, a cargo rack or a top side box. You will also have the option of buying storage upgrades. If you love to look stylish, cargo leather bags are the way to go. While these are aesthetically pleasing and can carry decent amounts of cargo, they can get damaged by rain, dew, salt and rough handling. Dry bags are better for those who put durability before looks. These bags are waterproof and can handle the outdoors better.
Packing Tips
The more you pack into your bags, the more weight your trail bike will be lugging around, which may make the drive uncomfortable for you. The way to reduce some of this weight is to pack travel-sized toiletries. These are great for camping trips because you won’t need more than that quantity for a few days. Backpacking items are also lighter and smaller options, so replace whatever you can with backpacking items to reduce bulk. Finally, be a little picky about what you pack. It’s okay to pack a few just-in-case items, but don’t overdo it.
Camping Tips
Before you finalize your camping site, make sure it is motorcycle-friendly. Most campsites are, but a few aren’t and that is something you should know beforehand. When you arrive, try to find a sweet spot that isn’t too close to other people, but isn’t too far away from camp either. You don’t want to be disturbed by others walking and talking, but you also don’t want to face a wild animal alone. Lock your dirt bike to prevent theft and keep it covered to save it from the elements.
A good trail bike is the perfect companion for your camping trips. Come to Road Track & Trail in Big Bend, Wisconsin, to check out our collection of motorcycles for sale. Take advantage of our financing options to get the best dirt bike for you. We are proud to serve the good people of Kenosha, Wisconsin, and Chicago, Illinois.