Recent content by jdesro

I think so. I've never gotten very good mileage at highway speeds - too much wind resistance that can really hurt your MPG. On my bike, the sweet spot seems to be between 45-55 mph. If I can keep a steady pace around those speeds I can get great gas milage. My last trip to New York form...

I can easily get 175 miles out of a tank - 200 miles if it's a good day where there is little traffic and I can just cruise along at 45 - 55 mph with few stops. So depending on the area you will be traveling in and how far apart gas (sorry - petrol) stations are, you should easily be able to do...

^^^What he said - 1157. Common as dirt - most cars use them for brake light bulbs so you can find them just about anywhere. whoops - a little slow on the draw here - I guess the OP already left on his trip...

I carry one all the time, have not had to use it yet, though. I keep it in my tankbag. It is not much bigger than maybe two decks of cards. I'm sure it would easily fit under the seat but I'm not sure how the CO2 cartridges would hold out with the exhaust heat....this is what I have Aerostich...

A couple buddies and I are going up for a couple days. We tried to go last year, but my buddy crashed on the way there:( It looks like a good time though and I'm looking forward to going. Nice area up there.