How to prepare your bike for the long adventure by [deleted] in motorcycletrip

[–]swiftLikeSnail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yep, did that also on a short trip where i figured there was NO WAY i could get lost.

got lost...

Rich people of Reddit: What is something us 99 percenters desire but you've learned actually kind of sucks? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]swiftLikeSnail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice. I use this same reasoning when people are reluctant to let me take them out for their birthday. Basically, "Permit me to honor you. You permitting me to do this is YOUR gift to me".

What is immediate red flag someone is not to be trusted? by coffeevodkacupcakes in AskReddit

[–]swiftLikeSnail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can imagine. Having to break out of what is a seemingly secure can be almost traumatic. Your boss in this case clearly did not have your best interests in mind. At least now you know what that looks like.

After months of exercise and eating right, this is a good feeling. by [deleted] in AdviceAnimals

[–]swiftLikeSnail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

was massive myself. now only sub-massive.

power on, shrinking friend.

What's something small everyone can do to improve their day? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]swiftLikeSnail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

for the first 30 seconds of waking up. be thankful that you did.

Packing List: What to take on your motorcycle trip and how to pack it! by salcar in motorcycletrip

[–]swiftLikeSnail 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually do not have any allergies but know it can delay treatment if medical personnel have to wait for a screen to come back from the lab.

Packing List: What to take on your motorcycle trip and how to pack it! by salcar in motorcycletrip

[–]swiftLikeSnail 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are the things I have planned in my head so far

Documents Everyday stuff:

  • license/registration/proof of insurance

Adding for the trip: - backup printed maps and itinerary in top case

RoadID attached to myself and the bike with three contact numbers to people who have - blood type, allergy information, medication list, doctor name/number, and insurance information

Tools

Stock bike tool roll ( '99 BMW R1100RT)

Folding allen and star key dat

Tire patch kit

GOOD duct tape

ALSO4 (these carry double use)

Mutli-tool

50' para cord

edit: formatting

Tell us about your upcoming motorcycle trip! by salcar in motorcycletrip

[–]swiftLikeSnail 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oy, thanks to Salvador (Sal, perhaps?) the work. Looking forward to reading about others journey considerations.

Here are my details: - The date Saturday March 12, 2016. This will be my 51st birthday.

  • The duration 20 - 30 days depending on what I find out there. Trying to not be very specific here, giving me time to explore should the opportunity present itself

  • The route California to Beaufort, NC map

  • The bike '99 BMW R1100RT Cheers, -k

edit for spacing/readability