Daily routine - travel time / distance

To give you some hits from my experiences so far when it comes to travel time / distance and routine. When I read up about this myself, I found most people recommending a 350 km / day, even though it is not impossible at all to push for +500 km. I have come to realize that, although you may be able to push yourself farther for some days, it all catches up with you in the end. Here we go:

I think 350 km / day is a good calculation to use when preparing for a trip. But it is also important to include days of rest to recover both your body and mind. I have seen people use a 80 - 20% to set aside time to rest. I`d recommend anything from 20-30% of your days travelling should be allocated to rest. Even on the road, I usually ride for 50 min, and then take a 10 min break. Don`t forget to set aside 30-60 min lunch too.

Now it does not seem like much to ride just 3-4 hours a day, but for a novice rider like myself, I have learned not to push myself much farther than that. And here is where the routine comes in, which is really what saves you time in the end! To get up in the morning, to pack up your things and get the motorbike ready, and to have breakfast. On the road, it will be your breaks that really determine how fast you will arrive at your destinations, rarely your actual speed on the road. So do not push your bike or your speed limit to make up for "lost time", work on your routine.


I just have to say a word or two about Patience, maybe the most improtant / rewarding concept on your trip. Never rush yourself on the road! Never stress yourself to get somewhere before a certain time / date! Being stressed, irritated, or even tired on the road, can have fatal consequences. Instead, give yourself ample time, so you can enjoy the ride, make stops to take photos, and arrive in time to look for accomodation 2-3 hours before sunset. Also, keep in mind to check air pressure, gas station situation, and how well your luggage is tied down!

Any questions or comments, put them in the comment "box" por favor! :) - Enjoy the ride!!