A long ride on a Motorcycle is a thing filled with thrill and excitement. How much long is 'long'? Should it be defined by distance, time taken, number of breaks or the difficulty level? I think its a combination of all. Depends on how much time you spend and how much stress you are subjected to. None-the-less, here are some tips I scribbled. Before the ride: Research the route. thoroughly. For road conditions, stops, fuel bunks, service and emergency support etc. Estimate timings. Plan the short stops and overnight stay if need be. Book in advance. Research the weather. and prepare for it. Prepare the travel kit. Plan on type of luggage. Plan the weight distribution. Make sure it will be well balanced when on bike. Plan the luggage according to Cabin/check-in concept. Practice some maintenace if you can. e.g. Chain cleaning and lube, puncture removal, minor adjustments and settings. etc. Go for multiple short rides to get used to your bike. You must get used to extended sitt