Bedrock, you don’t say how long you are going for but you can last forever with four sets of clothes plus those you are wearing. “The Tank” has directed you to a thread with lots of good scoop. I don’t think saddlebags are a necessity, but as I have done two cross country trips on an Ultra Classic, they sure are nice. In 2006 I went on a 5K+ mile adventure on a softail deuce which has NO place to pack or store anything. I McGuyvered a way to strap my T-Bag to the passenger seat and it worked perfectly. Make sure you take a short ride with your bike fully loaded to identify any issues prior to a long trip. As has been stated: “take half the stuff and twice the money”.
One of the most inconvenient things that have happened to me is my credit card being cut off while thousands of miles from home. Call and email your credit card company; take notes of dates, times and names of who you speak to and save a copy of your email. They may still cut it off, but a phone call fixes the problem quickly. Ideally, have two cards so you have a backup.
Depending on where you go, the weather may be completely different from that in Florida. There are plenty of places where you can encounter cold weather and snow in July. Make sure you have gear for all conditions. Good luck on your trip and post some pictures.
One of the most inconvenient things that have happened to me is my credit card being cut off while thousands of miles from home. Call and email your credit card company; take notes of dates, times and names of who you speak to and save a copy of your email. They may still cut it off, but a phone call fixes the problem quickly. Ideally, have two cards so you have a backup.
Depending on where you go, the weather may be completely different from that in Florida. There are plenty of places where you can encounter cold weather and snow in July. Make sure you have gear for all conditions. Good luck on your trip and post some pictures.
