Can someone please list what all of these long distance riding tips are that everyone is always talking about? Like real, proven techniques. I'm going to LA on thursday morning and will appreciate it.

don't fall asleep..

Start Hydrating now...lots of water

Stretch...a lot!

Do your basic maintenance on the bike, oil coolant, chain etc.

Bring a flat tire kit...Cycle Gear has them

Bring hot weather gear...cool vest etc

Bring extra water...wear a hydro pak/camel back

Find places that you can move your feet to while riding. The idea is to be able to stretch and move your legs while on the bike. Practice this first!

Watch the angle of your wrists...too much bend = fatigue and discomfort.

Bring shield cleaner and wipes

Keep cell phone turned while riding. Roaming will kill the battery

This is some basics...hope it helps

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On your bike...

A set of Helibars, an aftermarket seat, and a set of peg lowering blocks (I know a guy a that makes them)

All that makes your bike very comfy for long distance and its still a blast in the curves. A set of hard bags really comes in handy as well. A GPS mounted right in between your handlebars on a ram ball bolted to your front fuel tank mount.

I've put thousands of long distance miles on Interceptors.

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buy a corbin seat!