Motorcycle Camping Gear
Motorcycle Camping Gear
If you’re planning to take your bike on an outdoor adventure, be sure to take along all the motorcycle camping gear you’re likely to need.
Preparing for a Motorcycle Camping Trip
When you’re getting ready to go on a motorcycle camping trip, it’s certainly important to put some thought into what items you really need to take. You have to strike a balance between making sure you have everything you need and the limited space you’ll have to store things.
Packing and organizing motorcycle camping gear can certainly be a challenge. If you’re planning to pull a trailer, you’ll certainly have more space than if you’re relying just on your bike’s saddlebags to store your gear, but space will still be at a premium. It’s a good idea to purchase a luggage rack for your motorcycle even if you only plan to camp for a few days at a time, so you can make the most of the limited storage space available on your bike.
Selecting Motorcycle Camping Gear
Selecting gear for a motorcycle camping trip is very similar to choosing equipment for a backpacking outing. With both types of adventures, space and weight are primary concerns when deciding what to take. You’ll want to select lightweight gear that packs tightly and transports easily. Make sure that you’re aware of your bike’s load limit, and don’t exceed it by packing too much stuff.
Before you start packing, you should create a list of all the items you need to have a pleasant camping experience.
Basic items you’re likely to need include:
- Cooking tools
- Ground cloth
- First aid kit
- Flashlight
- Food and water
- Matches
- Pocketknife
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Sunscreen
- Rain poncho and/or rain suit
- Tent
- Toiletries
- Weather radio