The summer gives motorcycling enthusiasts the opportunity to organize trips out of town and excursions aboard your own two wheels. For this purpose, it is necessary to organize oneself adequately and, above all, to have an adequate supply of accessories available to be able to face any need or emergency. In this article we see what cannot be missing in a rider's luggage during a motorcycle excursion.
Rear case
Having a rear case at your disposal can be particularly useful when you venture out on a trip out of town, as it allows you to carry most of the necessary with you. On the market it is possible to find a wide range of models, different in shape and capacity; the more compact ones have a capacity of 30 liters while the larger cases can exceed 50 liters (they often have a square or rectangular shape). Accessories of this kind are easily available both at retail stores and online, through specialized e-commerce such as omniaracing.net. The rear top box, however, must be chosen on the basis in such a way as to be functional and not excessively bulky, so that it does not disturb the motorcyclist and the passenger while driving. Usually, in fact, this kind of accessory is mostly used to conveniently store the helmets during the moments of rest.
Side cases
Compared to the 'backrests' and the larger trunks, the suitcases are a specific accessory for those who love to travel by motorbike for excursions, rallies and trips outside the city even over medium distances. They require a special fixing kit to the bike but, at the same time, allow you to have a considerable load capacity; since they are always mounted in pairs, two side cases guarantee a capacity that can vary between 60 l and 70 l. Inside them, therefore, it is possible to arrange food, drinks, a small first aid kit, some tools and anything else that may be useful to have available during a motorcycle trip.
Waterproof bag
Inside the top case or side cases it can be very functional to have a waterproof bag; in this way, in fact, it will be possible to carry all the contents of the trunks with you quickly and easily, without having to move the individual objects. Bags of this type are generally packaged in reinforced technical fabric, so as to resist tearing and other stresses. They can be secured inside the trunks and suitcases by means of special hooks or other retention systems.
A first aid kit
It is good practice, in view of a motorbike trip or an excursion - especially if of medium duration - to also obtain a first aid kit, so as to be prepared to face any medical needs. Many companies specializing in the production of motorcycle accessories also market specific kits for motorcycles, consisting of scissors, bandages for self-medication, PVC gloves, emergency cloth, gauze for burns and an instruction manual for use.
Portable tool set
Having a kit of pliers, wrenches and other tools on hand that allow you to perform small repairs can be very useful, not only for excursions and other similar outings. On the market you can find well-stocked sets, included in an easily foldable canvas sheath, which can be conveniently housed in a rear case or in one of the side cases. Naturally, to avoid the possibility of having to put your hand to the bike during a trip, the advice is to carry out all the necessary checks before departure; particular attention must be paid to possible leaks, to the functioning of the main mechanical parts and to the electronic components.
