Hornet 160r is my first bike. Did 12k on Odo. I am using it only to commute 10 km distance to office (Think about 12000 kms of office going and small commuting ) and I am aching to do a long trip.
Next month I have to visit home town. I plan to ditch train and ride all the way to home. I am little wary about do's and dont's.


Chennai to Kumbakonam is roughly 300 kms in any sane route. I believe tindivanam-villupuram-Ulundurpet route will be more biker friendly. I request People familiar with this route to share their thoughts.


I did some basic preps like,
-Changed to Motul 10W30 semi synthetic.
-Changed air filter.
-Changed that awful stock head lamp.


Will check tyres and adjust/lube chain before starting.


Is there any thing I am missing as a beginner ?


Thanks in advance !!