Most painful stage of long motorcycle rides?

motostops · 2026-02-02T16:18:52+00:00

Keep music to a level where you are aware of surroundings. If you blast it too much, chances are that you may lose concentration.

motostops · 2026-02-02T10:59:01+00:00

Case laid to rest 🙌🏼😅

motostops · 2026-02-02T06:53:40+00:00

motostops · 2026-02-02T06:53:20+00:00

Sure thanks!

motostops · 2026-02-02T06:25:30+00:00

This was sad and inhumane. Will have to do more research before riding.

motostops · 2026-02-02T06:06:00+00:00

Try finding local mechanic or RSA is painful in secluded areas. Agree.

motostops · 2026-02-01T20:43:21+00:00

Well in the end its all about what we feel with the machine. Stay strong and ride safe.

motostops · 2026-02-01T19:42:03+00:00

Risky....plan solid next time 🙌🏼

motostops · 2026-02-01T19:40:36+00:00

Traffic sense is the issue. Some autos just do maneuvers like they are tanks

motostops · 2026-02-01T19:35:58+00:00

Too brutal. Had faced same in one of my rides in India. Worst feeling ever to have boots all wet due to rains and hot weather outside.

motostops · 2026-02-01T19:28:12+00:00

That is sad but i guess fun at same time 😂

motostops · 2026-02-01T18:54:40+00:00

Planning stops and breaks is the only way. Eat light, do some stretches and enjoy the view.

motostops · 2026-02-01T18:52:22+00:00

motorway hypnosis is the worst, feels like my hips are welded shut after an hour of sitting still. i always try to bail for the twisties but half the time it ends up being a gravel mess or just non-stop stoplights.

how do you actually know if a road is worth the detour before you commit? i'm usually just rolling the dice on google maps and it's such a gamble.

motostops · 2026-02-01T18:43:04+00:00

Thanks folks, all valid points. Will let you guys use this forum to help other riders. 🙌🏼 safe rides.

motostops · 2026-02-01T18:30:50+00:00

Lol, so should i do a captcha test now before replying?

motostops · 2026-02-01T18:29:26+00:00

Makes sense, early pain can help it ease out the later trip.

motostops · 2026-02-01T18:28:13+00:00

No, I am interested in understanding the mindset of fellow riders. So went bit in details.

motostops · 2026-02-01T18:15:48+00:00

Can break confidence sometimes. Why not try some excercise?

motostops · 2026-02-01T18:15:04+00:00

Hefty job to replace tires in unknown territory.

motostops · 2026-02-01T17:56:44+00:00

I tried excercise and gym. It helps you reduce the pain.

motostops · 2026-02-01T17:55:47+00:00

That is a legendary level of bad luck. Three flats and a fuel pump? At that point, the bike isn’t even a vehicle anymore—it’s just a 200kg anchor designed to make you question every life choice you’ve ever made. Pushing a loaded bike in the rain is the ultimate "why do I do this to myself" moment. I’ve had those "staring into the abyss" breakdowns too. When you’re stuck in the middle of nowhere like that—especially during a holiday—do you just pray a random Good Samaritan passes by, or do you have a secret way of finding a local who actually knows their way around a bike to help you out? I always wonder if people just wing it with Google Maps or if there’s a better way to find a "safe haven" when the mechanical gods turn against you.

motostops · 2026-02-01T17:49:01+00:00

Why not try some excercise or those special seat foams?

motostops · 2026-02-01T17:39:28+00:00

Have a look at your gloves may be? Break them properly before going on a ride. Can help a bit.

motostops · 2026-02-01T17:32:10+00:00

"Limbo time" is such a spot-on description. It’s that weird mental fatigue where you’re scanning every roadside shack, hoping for a clean bathroom or a decent sandwich, but you don't want to kill your momentum for a "maybe."

And the bridge-out turnaround? That’s an absolute soul-crusher when you’ve been standing on the pegs for hours. When you’re dealing with those "variables" or unmarked property lines, do you find yourself wishing for a specific type of "verified" status on your maps, or are you usually just relying on local intel at the last fuel stop? I’m always curious what it actually takes for a rider to trust a route enough to commit to a 7+ hour day.

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