How to Take a Cross-country Trip with a Harley Davidson Motorcycle

How to Take a Cross-country Trip with a Harley Davidson Motorcycle: Imagine riding a big and fat Harley Davidson motorcycle. When you turn the key, the motorbike starts to rumble and your adrenaline starts flowing. With the wind on your face and the sidewalk under your feet, you hit the road for a lifetime of adventure.

How to Take a Cross-country Trip with a Harley Davidson Motorcycle

Before going and exploring, you need to take a copy of the Harley Davidson Ride Atlas. This must-have guide has a rubber-like cover that is durable and contains beautiful route pages that are well designed and easy to read complete with detailed descriptions and maps.

You also want to take a copy of "Riding the World" by Gregory Frazier. This unique book offers expert travel advice for motorcycle riders and includes color photos, with parts on the route, motorcycle preparation, sleeping, eating, what to take, and whether to go alone.

You don't need to have a Harley Davidson motorcycle to start a journey across America. There are many companies that allow motorists to rent almost all Harley Davidson motorcycle models. Most offer travel packages that include hotel accommodation, tour tours and food. Drivers can rent motorbikes every day, weekly or monthly.

Free Ride Motorcycle Tours are designed to provide a life-changing travel experience. Ride Free offers a variety of tours including a cruise from L.A. to Vegas; weekend trips along the California coastline; Route 66 to the Grand Canyon trip; and Sturgis Rally which is always popular.

Sturgis Rally began in 1938 and has developed into a worldwide motorcycle event that attracts more than 500,000 motorcycle enthusiasts every year. Motorcycle riders from all walks of life join together to celebrate their love of motorbikes and the freedom they provide.

EagleRider Motorcycle Rental has a national location network where you can choose from the world's largest Harley Davidson motorcycle rental inventory. While EagleRider specializes in San Francisco and Northern California motorcycle tours, they also offer tours to various destinations throughout the United States. Drivers can escape for the weekend or participate in a month-long cross-country tour.

When traveling on a motorcycle, the first thing you must realize is that you have to pack lightly and only include basic needs. Pack a small travel bag for personal items and include a travel size bottle for everything you need. Choose items that have many uses such as army knives.

Saddle bags are one of the best choices for storing food, clothing and personal equipment. Take clothes that are versatile, easy to care for, and need a little space. Bring along a storage bag that can be tightly closed or a plastic grocery bag to store dirty clothes or remove any garbage.

If you are going to camp, you can use a luggage rack or passenger seat to hold camping gear. Look for lightweight equipment and compact equipment that can be folded or rolled tightly. Cooking equipment must be limited to one pan and cutlery.

If you ride your own motorcycle, take it in for a thorough check before going out for a long trip. If you rent a motorcycle, ask a representative to show you the maintenance notes written on the motorcycle before taking it out on the road.

Always chart your route so you know where gas stations, restaurants and camping facilities are located. Leave a copy of your route with friends or family members and keep a map and compass so you don't get lost on the road or while camping.

Harley Davidson motorbikes are the only bikes specifically designed for the best driving experience. Isn't it time for you to throw your problem into the wind and ventured out for a weekend vacation or a month's absence?