Never Get Tired on a Motorcycle Again!

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  @Letsridebikes-films · 4 months ago · pinned

  What’s YOUR best tip for staying comfortable and fresh on long motorcycle rides? 🏍<br><br>I’d genuinely love to hear what works for you — especially from riders who do serious mileage or touring.<br><br>Drop your best tip below… it might really help another rider planning their next adventure. 👇<br><br>And if you enjoyed the video, don’t forget to subscribe to Lets Ride Bikes for more touring tips, riding advice and upcoming road trip adventures!

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  @mollygrubber · 4 months ago

  I&apos;ve got one more - use earplugs. The constant noise of the wind will fatigue you over time - plus it&apos;s TERRIBLE for your ears. Hearing damage is cumulative, by the time you notice it, it&apos;s far too late. Use earplugs.

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  @billhilson8320 · 4 months ago

  I&apos;m 72 and still riding every day I can. I&apos;ve done a coast-to-coast 30-day run, and a successful Iron Butt Saddle Sore 1000. &nbsp;Here&apos;s what&apos;s made the biggest difference for long-range comfort and safety for me: &nbsp;1] Hydration. Water and electrolytes on a regular schedule, never more important than in the desert or other high-heat environments. &nbsp;2] Riding suit. Right fitting, high-function gear make a big difference. I am a huge fan of the Klim gear -- Kodiak suit for colder/wetter weather, Latitude suit for most of the season, and the Induction setup for hot weather. On my long coast-to-coast trip I wore the brilliant Aerostich one-piece suit which allowed me to wear lightweight technical pants or shorts underneath affording superior walking around comfort when off the bike. &nbsp;3] Man-Machine fitment. Custom seats, handlebar risers, footpeg positioning, highway pegs, proper adjustment of the brake and clutch levers... all make a big difference. &nbsp;4] Fitness. Staying in shape, starting with core strength, is vital. Strong core, weight training, and cardio fitness, in that order. Doing even a little bit of this is fantastic and makes a difference you will feel on the road. &nbsp;5] Entertainment. On long long rides, slogging in 400 - 500 miles a day, having some great playlists and audiobooks can be a game-changer! &nbsp;6] Pacing. Take regular breaks. Re-hydrate. Stretch. Check the bike and gear loading. &nbsp;7] Nutrition. High protein, high-fiber options as possible. Avoid fats and sugars. Replace caffeine with electrolytes. Avoid alcohol as you can the night before a long day in the saddle. &nbsp;8] Friends. Having companions on the trip, and being able to communicate bike-to-bike, is huge. Makes a long day feel shorter, and exponentially improves one&apos;s safety margin. &nbsp;9] Medic/First Aid training and gear. I always bring a purposeful Trauma/IFAK/Boo Boo Kit on bike. Sometimes, a simple bandaid or bottle of eye drops can save the day. Hopefull you&apos;ll never need the tourniquet or Israeli bandage. 10] Something to smile about -- but the bike provides that for me every time! &nbsp;Stay safe out there...

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  @flyingfishnet · 3 months ago

  Just had a 280 mile day excursion to meet my brother for a chat. Perfect weather. Enjoyable mostly, but still an endurance for a 70 year old. <br>I knew I would be shattered the next day.and I was. <br>I’m grateful I can still do these things. Many can’t at our age.

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  @deep3805 · 4 months ago

  Also, don’t eat heavy foods. They will make you want to take a nap. If I stop for lunch, I usually have a salad or something light.

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  @derekhackett2486 · 4 months ago

  As a former police motorcyclist I am pleased to have found your channel. &nbsp;Good advice from a rider who knows his business and who has a wealth of experience.<br>Now 82 yrs old I have sold my classic Norton and my &nbsp;Honda 600 CBR due to reduced reactions needed for safe and enjoyable riding. &nbsp;I now have a Enfield Bullet, ideal for relaxed riding style. &nbsp;Your advice is sound. &nbsp;Keep up the good work.

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  @GiDes-s4o · 3 months ago

  I did a 15-day solo Rajasthan riding trip in Feb. I started exercising from the third week of Nov. I have lower back and sciatica issues. That needed resolving. I specifically targeted core, lower back, hamstring, and glute muscles. I also started resistance band workouts to strengthen my overall body. That made a huge difference compared to my previous 15-Day Kerala trip when I came back with severe back and shoulder pain and fever. The next day, I could not stand straight. I was stiff like a POGO. <br>Staying fit and healthy has safety implications, too. The pain can distract you at the wrong time. In fact, now I continue to do resistance band workouts, and I am stronger than last year. My Rides are fun, long, and safe. Recently, I have added mountain hiking to the mix. All good. <br>I am 57 and think I can ride for another 15 years if I keep fit.<br><br>Thanks for the tips!

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  @ovidiuzakarias678 · 4 months ago

  Love this channel. No AI voice, it&apos;s human!

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  @richardcope3850 · 3 months ago

  In my younger years (a long time ago) I would visit friends 250 miles away and ride like a Bat Out Of Hell! Once there I&apos;d fall asleep for an hour or two before we could do anything. I eventually learnt to take it easy, ride smoothly and take short regular breaks. The journey might have taken half an hour longer but I arrived happy and fresh ready to do whatever we were doing. So in the long run slower was actually quicker.<br><br>As Clint Eastwood said (Dirty Harry) a man&apos;s got to know his limitations!

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  @thomasquerner937 · 3 months ago

  Thank You !! At 74 I still travel to Italy more or less regularly. There&apos;s one thing that I might add to the - very important and valuable - first tip of getting &quot;loose&quot;. One movement releases most of the tension out of hands (&quot;death-grip&quot;) and body: As You blow out actively lower Your shoulders, kind of &quot;let them fall !!&quot; I (try to) do this especially on challenging winding roads with lots of &quot;tornanti&quot; sometimes before every corner; actively telling myself :&quot; Shoulders down !!&quot; It not only takes the tension out of Your shoulders but also out of Your hands, Your lower arms (You cannot ride a curve safely with stiff arms and a death-grip !!) and most important out of Your head !! As You say, it makes the bike more stable and ensures You and the bike being one piece. <br>Thank You again for these valuable tips that make bike-travelling easier and more enjoiable. Knowing these tips I still enjoyed watching it and keeping the tips present.

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  @big566bunny · 2 months ago

  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtRYyP96HHA&amp;t=483">8:03</a> Tip 4: Take a break every hour. This is why I stopped riding in groups. Two local clubs here, each will go for 6 hours with only a lunch stop.

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  @ashleyralston9142 · 3 months ago

  I&apos;m 68, trained to ride whilst in the RAF in operations (1976) but now live in the South Australian Outback (well I was an Aussie in the RAF). I know all about heat and riding in it, here its not uncommon to ride with a towel slightly smaller than a Tea Towel soaked, thrown in the freezer and left for a few hours. Then when you go for a ride thrown around your neck under your jacket to help keep you cool. You normally carry 3 - 4 of them (the rest in a self sealed bag in the top box with an ice pack). It helps to keep you cool in 42 - 50c temps out here (that&apos;s no joke either). Hottest I&apos;ve ridden in here 55c and thought I was in hell. Coldest the Artic Circle with the RAF (work it out well into the minuses), from one extreme to the other.

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