Multi-Day Motorcycle Touring Packing List

Based on real trips on the Indian Pursuit — 4,000+ km tested. gregtoope.com

Riding Gear

• Helmet (with pinlock insert)
• Visor cleaner spray & microfiber cloth
• Riding jacket (with armor)
• Riding pants or overpants
• Waterproof rain jacket & pants (or one-piece suit)
• Riding gloves (summer + waterproof pair)
• Waterproof boots or boot covers
• Base layers (moisture-wicking)
• Neck gaiter or balaclava
• Earplugs (spare pair)

Camping (if applicable)

• Tent (motorcycle-rated, compact)
• Sleeping bag (rated 5°C below expected low)
• Sleeping pad
• Headlamp + spare batteries
• Camp stove + fuel
• Camp cookware + utensils
• Water filtration or purification tablets
• Trash bags (leave no trace)

Tools & Maintenance

• Tire repair kit (plugs + CO2 or compressor)
• Multi-tool / Allen key set
• Tire pressure gauge
• Chain lube + brush
• Spare fuses (bike-specific)
• Zip ties & duct tape (small roll)
• Jumper cables or booster pack
• Torque wrench (for common bolt sizes)

Electronics

• Phone mount (secured)
• Action cameras + spare batteries (charged)
• MicroSD cards (spare)
• Power bank (10,000mAh minimum)
• USB charging cable(s)
• 12V to USB adapter
• Intercom (if riding with group)
• Headphones/earbuds (for hotel nights)

Clothing (casual)

• T-shirts (2-3, merino wool preferred)
• Pants/shorts (1-2)
• Underwear & socks (3-4 sets)
• Fleece or light jacket (evenings)
• Swimsuit (optional)
• Flip-flops or camp shoes

Documents

• Driver's license
• Vehicle registration & insurance
• Emergency contact card
• Health card
• Cash (small bills for campsites/ferry)
• Credit card
• Trip itinerary (share with someone at home)

Toiletries

• Toothbrush & toothpaste
• Deodorant
• Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
• Lip balm (SPF)
• First aid kit (bandages, pain relievers, antiseptic)
• Prescription medications
• Hand sanitizer