A tip I learned was watching my speed. Not because of the police but travelling at high speeds for a long time is kind of tiring.

I've done seven or eight thousand + mile days. The big thing for me was stopping every 60 - 80 miles for four or five minutes. Get off the bike, walk around it, check it out, appreciate the scenery for a moment get back on and ride. For gas stops, same thing. They usually only take 5 minutes or so, up to 15 for munchies and a drink. Longer stops for a meal. You're fatigued at the end of the day but not wrung out. Also, start way early while you're fresh. End before dark. Being tied while riding at night is a recipe for disaster.

1.HYDRATION, water cupholder., 2. REST, NAP if NEEDED., 3. GRADUAL INCREASE MILES., 4. MAKE BIKE COMFORTABLE, Bars, Seat, etc. Change Parts as required., 5. MANTENENCE, do it 1-2 weeks before long ride, filters, oil, etc.,... preplan- gas stops, food, poi's, attractions, etc. Know your fellow riders & their abilities. . Thanx, good stuff

Good advice. I have been riding since I was 8, am currently 65, and ride all year round here in TN. I have been a LDR for many years, but when I hit my 60s I decided anyone can say they are, but unless it's in the books...so, in my 60s decided to ride 3 approved, excepted, SS1000s, and am now a member of the IBA, to set an example to other riders that it can be done if you are prepared. Staying hydrated is a HUGE point, so is sleep. Y'all ride safe.

Getting rid of those old man beer bellys,and staying in good physical shape helps a lot.

On your point about rest, laying down with the intention to sleep is more restful than taking a sitting break. You don't have to fall asleep, but laying down eyes closed will help more than otherwise for a rest break.

My tip is every time you fill up,grab a micro fibre cloth and go over your ride by doing so you will notice things that come loose, nothing worse to be in the middle of nowhere and breaking down, because you never checked your ride 100 ks back

Did a lot of 4500 miles trips usually ran 500 to 550 miles aday usually left 8 0clock in morning back in a motel 5 to 5 30 that afternoon

I use to ride on well layed out trips with a group. Now I don't. Trips I take now are compass points: leave going north etc. I see what I see and enjoy my time with a 900 pound thumper between my legs.2017 Ultra Limited. Or my 2001 tricked out Softail,2003 Dyna Lowrider.Depends on my mood.

I rode about 10,000 miles training to do a SaddleSore 1000...Im officially the only person in the world to do it on a mv Agusta 800 Dragster RR I got my certificate. seat time is more important than actual miles in training when your sitting on a brick seat...lol!...no wind screen either...

I cant wait to ride this summer, im retiring from the military and coming done to the states to visit y’all.

Good tips. Another aspect of comfort to consider is rear suspension. Rear suspension is all about comfort. Improved front suspension is more about improved handling than comfort. So if your looking to improve comfort with upgraded suspension, the rear is more important than the front.

Thank you.

Great advice and really enjoyed the scenery. Thanks for sharing!

Planning my first big ride this summer! Most I've done was 400 miles in a day and I'll be doing 595 miles from florida to virginia. Im adding comfort to my bike and getting some shorter long trips in beforehand. Thanks for the tips!

Thank you FRED!!!!!!!!!! Big ups!

Thanks for the tips. The spreadsheet and Google Map are great ideas.

Great video - like you said, I train for a long ride like I train for a marathon or track day - hydrate hard the night before, start early with some low-residue, high energy food like bananas, peanut butter, etc. Listen to your body regarding fatigue, and don't overdo caffeine or energy drinks!

Sage and solid advice.

Sage advice. Good video.