I would agree with the mesh jacket. Keep a very thin Gore tex liner in your bags for rain or cold conditions and you have a winner. Bar backs and a Russell Day Long seat is also on my bike which has made a world of difference. I will never, ever, have a motorcycle without a Russell Day Long.
To avoid butt burn, try wearing silk underwear or bicycle pants as a base. I avoid wearing jeans and just wear cargo shorts over my silks then put on riding pants which has worked very well.
Hydration (Camel Backs are essential in any weather condition) with breaks & stretching is good.
This past trip I tried something new on my long trip. 60 miles from my destination I stopped and took a 20 minute break. I always seem to push that last 100 miles and end up getting tunnel vision & goofy. So this time I stopped and reflected on the days ride and while the last 60 miles took longer, I pulled in feeling great.
To avoid butt burn, try wearing silk underwear or bicycle pants as a base. I avoid wearing jeans and just wear cargo shorts over my silks then put on riding pants which has worked very well.
Hydration (Camel Backs are essential in any weather condition) with breaks & stretching is good.
This past trip I tried something new on my long trip. 60 miles from my destination I stopped and took a 20 minute break. I always seem to push that last 100 miles and end up getting tunnel vision & goofy. So this time I stopped and reflected on the days ride and while the last 60 miles took longer, I pulled in feeling great.