my1000cc

Hi all,
recently I did a 603kms trip and found the below points to be useful:

1. If ears are plugged with cotton and a full face helmet with visor - you dont get tired soon.....as wind noise is less
   
2. Take appropriate brakes/ stops, do not push yourself too hard on long runs
3. Wear goggles/ use tinted visors during the noon time as bright sun light can also make you tired
4. I somehow manage to ride longer distances comfortably at night compared to day
5. Riding at 100kmph for ten mins continously is more stressful than riding at 80kmph for fifteen mins (of course distance travelled is lesser)

Tiredness is a kind of challenge on any long ride, but as long as precautions are taken, you can get tired after 500kms instead of 300kms.

Noor

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Dear Mod,
Thanks for your quick approval,

Guys lets share some more points on the above topic so that every long ride from now on is longerrrrrrrrrrr......

antz.bin

Thanks for making a separate thread on this. The most important thing for riding long is finding the correct riding position. This Bike India article will help you find your optimum riding position.

Bike India August 2009

Go directly to Page #34 on the E-Mag. "Hero Honda Ride Safe".

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My contribution as per experience-
1) Avoid backpacks as they can be very heavy for your back...the added weight can contribute fatigue and severe backpain....use of saddlebags or tankbags can be done.

2) Pump bottles by energy drinks rather than water. Use of Glucon-D can be done.

3) Avoid wearing tight clothes. be it riding gear also....snug fit riding armour is ok but it shouldnt affect body movements... weight of riding gear is also important and should be checked before making purchase. (I have a DSG Nero which is kinda heavy, but its ok now iam used to it). Denims should not too tight (especially near the crotch area- Bumps are deadly in such scenario)

4) Take ample of breaks....we are not in any type of race...be at ease!!!

5) consumption of light food is essential before any trip...Light food does not mean you stuff your body with meat or even some wada pav. Have something light that is not oily neither heavy to digest!!!! Eg Maggi or even fruits! Lunch and dinner should be consumed at the required time only but ensure its not heavy that it puts you off to sleep when you tachometer and speedometer are working!!!!!
6) Ensure that you visit the loo for pee breaks...(very essential during riding in hot sun). Digested food should be dumped out when required!!!

7) Do stretch out your body after a stretch of 70-80 kms straight!!! kinda helps in good blood flow

8) Avoid hearing loud music all the time. You can pimp up your playlist with headbanging songs but use the volume button to keep it under level. Loud music might put you in position where you might not hear the rear vehicle honking for overtaking.

9) Use of clear visors should be done. be it tinted or clear it shouldnt be scratched where your eyes are straining and dying to see the road ahead.

10) Maintained a firm riding posture... showing off the hump to make bypassers feel that you riding a sbk not good!!! Have seen so many off em on roads just to show off they have a freaking inline 4 with sporty seating posture.

These are some of the tips which i would personally like to contribute...they might be similar but hey thats my personal experience....
PS- My points might be good or bad...i havent done any long ride like munching of 1000 of kms in one go, yes i have done 500 ones multiple times so i always adhere to these tips.....
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my1000cc

Tips out of personal experiences are important and practical, thanks for sharing.....

princesirohi

1) keep changing your riding posture slightly every 15-20 mins..

2) try stretching your back in reverse direction or curve i.e. backwards and sideways. stretch your hand and legs one by one, also rotate your head fully to left and right. do this only when you are not in dense traffic and moderate speed. doing this relaxes your body a bit so you can ride longer without stops.

3) when you take a stop, try some simple stretching exercises.

4) wear suffeciently thick cloths, so that body is protected against oncoming wind.

5) avoid backpack / sack in long rides.

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Here are my tips:

1) Rest well the night before the ride; 7-8 hours sleep minimum.

2) Use 3M earplugs or equivalent to cut the wind noise, this is a HUGE factor in reducing tiredness. Cotton is not as effective, so avoid that.

3) Use smoked visors while riding in the sun.

4) Be hydrated and nourished - frequent water breaks, and munch on energy bars/fruits/light meals. Do not take "Lunch" breaks and pig out.

5) Ride in winters/cool weather if possible. Else keep yourself ventilated.

6) Use crampbuster to take off the pressure off your wrists.

princesirohi

from where did you buy crampbuster...........and for how much...........???

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Picked it up from the US - 10 dollars.