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29 Tips & Techniques from IBR veterans
1  Know your limits and plan your trip around them.
2  Forget about high speeds.
3  Leave your drugs and coffee supply at home.
4  Prepare your motorcycle before the trip.
5   Avoid adding accessories or doing maintenance immediately before a trip.
6  Use an electric vest.
7  Pack wisely; keep personal supplies handy.
8   Be ready before you leave, don't waste time shopping on the road.
9  Learn how to avoid boredom.
10  Join a towing service!
11  Learn to Stop to go Faster.
12  Know when to stop!
13  Maintain a good mental attitude.
14  Eat healthful foods.
15  Eat at the right times of the day.
16  Separate gas stops from food stops.
17  Get gas before you need it.
18  Put on your rain suit before it rains!
19  Carry a flat repair kit and know how to use it!
20  Carry a Cellular phone.
21  Upgrade your tool kit.
22  Carry at least one-half gallon of water.
23  Carry aspirin for aches and pains.
24  Pack a variety of vitamins.
25  If you own a computer, consider purchasing a mapping program.
26  When riding back roads, be extra cautious when crossing county lines!
27  Never ride faster than you can stop!
28  Do you want to live? Stay away from trucks!
29  Eliminate all distractions/irritants.
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