In my left saddlebag, I keep a red squirrel named Jake. Jake is a master of Gun-Fu and is fully trained to conduct tactical combat maneuvers during motorcycle gunfights. Due to his presence alone, in the 17 years he’s been riding with me, no one has dared shoot at me as I’m riding. I’m probably only still alive because of him. God Bless America and God Bless Jake the Squirrel.

Good info--- as a road Captain I also keep a list of my brothers "emergence spouse or significant other contact information", (1st POC and 2nd POC) also, a list if there "Meds" as well as any medications they may be allergic to or have an "allergic reaction to". This will help in the event something happens and he may not be able to "Communicate" to EMT or Law enforcement". (Better to have and not need, then to need and not have).

I make sure I always have a spare key fob battery. I’ve had to use them several times mostly for my brothers that don’t ride prepared.

Electric air pump and tire plug kit for sure. It saved me in Latta, SC at dusk on I95 riding up the east coast. Rear wheel puncture was plugged, aired up to spec, and got me going for the final 200mi of the day. The next day I took it to a local dealer for a new tire.

One thing that I carry is a tube of super glue and a small air pump. This works better that that fix-a-flat stuff in quickly repairing a hole or nail in your tire. Just pull the nail out about 1/2 an inch, put the super glue on the shaft and push the nail back in. Wait 5 minutes, pump the tire back up and go. I've used this a few times to get me home when I was 50+ miles away. A Lone Wolf taught me this back when I, too, was a lone wolf rider. He said, "You have to learn to depend on yourself, when you're BY YOURSELF." P.S. Last week I had to use the glue to repair the soles of the brother's boots. The weekend was much more enjoyable, for him, after he used the glue. We were 250 away from home. It was just a 2 dollar tube from 7-11, but it got us home. Like your wife said, 1 time use and throw it out. Love your videos. Keep the rubber down!

Just found the vid, and this may have been mentioned previously; I carry tools in the saddle bags in 'Void Filler' pouches from Innovative Storage Solutions. Four (4) pouches, two (2) for each bag, that fill the 'void' and make a flat bottom to the bag. Things hold a boat load of tools, plus it keeps the weight low on the bike.

I carry a few silver foil blankets, they take up no room hardly. The biggest worry is if somebody is involved in an accident that person or persons might go into shock. These blankets will help to prevent that from happening. Regards Bob.

When I was in the military, we did a fair amount of cross training with other countries. My go to is a 10’ roll of cling wrap with tampons and pads in there with some superglue. If the cut is not too bad but more than a bandage can handle. The superglue is sting like hell but works like a charm!

It's easier to shoot while riding if you're left-handed... I mounted hard bags off an 09 Road Glide onto my 2011 Street Bob (the kit was expensive) and in the bags I carry fuel (about 1/2 gallon), rain gear (I ride in the PNW), a tire pump, tire patch kit, first aid kit, TP, sani-wipes, fire extinguisher, battery jump box, spare clothes and gloves. I use the Kemi-Moto saddlebag organizers like yours for spare cords, zip ties, etc, and I have a tool pouch mounted to my front forks. I thought about getting a little model kitchen sink and keeping it in one of the bags just for laughs...

I took my heel shifter off and store it in my tool pouch in case the front shifter decides to do the Harley shuffle and fly off on the interstate like happened to me on my last bike.

In 55 years of street riding, I've learned less is more. But I do carry a good rain suit that has velcro all the way down the legs so it's quick and easy to get on. I carry (mainly for long trips) a "stop and go" tire repair kit/with small compressor. It's small, works amazing! Clear glasses for rain, good tool kit, small first aid kit, cargo net, quick energy snack., water.

Great accessories to have I also carry a BP cuff stethoscope and tourniquet along with gloves and bandages. Just in case being a Nurse and Medic well yah they come in handy !

One of my pops bikes is an old electraglide standard evo the previous owner drilled a small hole in the left bag it fits beer and a bag of ice. The water drips when it’s on the kickstand. It’s the best bike for a ralley.

Great video, I just ordered the organizers as I love how organized your Tour pack is..

Diggin’ the Kemi Moto stuff. Definitely gonna check it out. 👍

It’s always best to be prepared. And it looks like you are. Good job !

Being prepared is never a bad thing. Some great tips for us. Be safe.

New to your channel really good information and your on camera delivery is really good! Thanks for very entertaining information you provide.

Zip ties always come in handy. One cool idea, I have seen is using a pencil as a roll and wrapping a foot or two of duct tape around it. I stole that idea and put duct tape at one end & electrical tape on the other.

I have a tire plug kit with air compressor that lives in the bike.

this video gives me a reason to spend some extra time in the garage with Gumby. I like it.

Great job! I do carry a tire patch kit. I've never used it buy I have saved buddy's with it. Having been "in the business" for near 40 years, your carry thoughts on where you have it are right on in my opinion. The first aid stuff, outstanding! That 8 way screwdriver with torx, phillips, etc. USED to come with Harley's tool kit that came with the bike, 20 years ago. The new ones when they come with it are only 6 way and are not as good as the one you have there (I have one too that didn't go with the bike when I sold it)

great information I need a bagger now don't have much storage on my Harley softail. awesome video !!

Think you nailed it. Especially in 2021. Bare essentials for yourself on the road and if you can manage other bits that would help another brother/ sister out on the road is all you need.

Always a fun watch i dont even own a bike i just find u soothing

In the lid of my tour pac i have a saddle man organizer, around the sides of the tour pac is a set of Harley Davidson organizers. I keep my gatorneck and gauntlet gloves in the lid along with Bungie cords, a ball cap and a couple of things for the bike i don't use all the time but keep handy. In the side organizers i keep my sunscreen, and passenger headset along with some cords for tieing thing down when necessary. I also have a small first aid kit in case i need it. I also have a set of king showden organizers in the saddle bags. In those i keep some tools just in case i need them along with a pocket knife and an air pump for my shocks.

I always have a tire plug kit and small 12 volt air compressor. I ride through a lot of rural areas . When it’s 95 degrees and no shade it comes in handy.

I have the kemimoto tour pack lid organizer. HDR vid showed it still fit a full face. I dont carry a full face. I also have maybe from buffalo wild wings the hand wipes and extra napkins to be used for multipurpose reasons.

I keep a couple $20s, and some $1s (for vending machine) stashed in my bags. Never know if my bank is going to decline a fuel/food stop because being in a new area triggers their fraud alert. MLLH&R

Good video bro! With some good ideas for inventory on the bike!

Lots of good info. One thing I carry in my tour pack that you didn't mention is a small bottle of Bug Slide and a chamois to clean my windshield when I got too many splattered bugs which can be distracting.

The only thing I have extra in my tool kit is a small tube of blue loctite. Myself and the guys I ride with all carry the same items in our first aid kits plus a few Tylenol and Motrin and Benadryl . Love the channel thanks for the info and the laughs.

I carry basic tools, Leatherman, Tire plugs and Fix-A-Flat, Tape, Zipties, etc. I also carry an extra battery for the key fob and an extra 50 amp main fuse. I've never had to use the fuse myself, but I have given it to others a couple of times.

I ride in Michigan so I’m always bringing extra gloves and a hoodie. It gets pretty cold riding to work some mornings.

A roll of Velcro thin and wide alone with some paracord. The wide Velcro save me when the lock on my 18 softail heritage saddlebag came apart when I was on a two week Rt66 ride. I wrapped a length of it around the bag to keep it closed.

For bee sting benadryl. I have to use it many times for myself and friends.

Thanks man, you gave me some cool ideas. I usually have my gun on me, my only concern would be taking my gun from the bags and in the process of holstering someone would see me and make a big deal about it. But yeah, I have put my gun in the bags before as well.

Looks good, I ordered one. I need to get organized

In this day and age, our phone is a light, but I bring along a headlamp to keep my hands free. Black Diamond has some amazing ones. I will definitely be looking into organizers now though

When I was living in Fl I always carried my train gear. Sun screen, first aid kit, lol like you always a spare hat, small tool kit made for Harley's, and you are right many times I used zip ties and a small thing of wire to get a buddy's bike to the nearest harley so (Space Coast) extra cigars, bottle water, jump starter, . And that Glock knife should be legal I always had my combat knife on my side was never bothered, good video ..

I really enjoyed the video. One thing I would consider is a portable butane torch, lowes sells one for under 25bucks . The container size is around 3.5""×1-1/2"×12" . It comes with flux and different size tips, I also carry wire heat shrink wrap in a few different sizes . You never know when a wire may need a solid fix . Thanks for sharing. Big Mex from central California.

I agree with you in regards to the rain gear and med kit, when you have them you seldom have to use them but when you don’t you really wish you had them when shit gets real out there.

wife and I ride 2up on ultra classic. she gets the left saddle bag, I get the right. we share the trunk, and a hard side tour pack on top luggage rack. we go out for 2 to 3 week trips, found it easy to mail stuff home when we buy stuff. it has worked well now for 20 yrs of riding. I carry deep concealed in a custom vest.

You're a level headed person. I have watched your videos in the past, but never subscribed. Today I subscribed, better late than never. Shout out to MO. Lexington!

Topic for live stream or daily; Harley Audio app tuning Rockford Fosgate speakers. My dealership hooked up my CVO last week, huge difference!

I have a new RGS so no tour pak but I carry all the same stuff plus a few more I’ve found that I’ve needed riding here in Florida. I carry spare fuses (for other people’s bikes) spare lenses for my Oakley’s clear and tinted. A small bottle of rainX. A wall plug charging block for my phone. And some small tie down straps. Oh and a big ass bottle of tums.

I also carry a Reda Gas Can in my left bag. It has .9 gallon of 93 Non Ethanol fuel. 🏍💨🏍💨

I have a kemi moto bookbag that has a helmet holder on the outside of the bookbag it's very convenient cause I'll wear a fullface in the morning when it's 30 degrees out the switch to a half helmet when it warms up later in the day. I love it. I enjoy your videos I'll gonna try to be on tonight

I keep a long sleeve T shirt in one of my bags. Sleeves are required when riding on the Naval bases here also for sun protection or drop in temp. Oh...and the bubble shield for my Gringo in case it rains.

This is all new to me and some really good information, the one thing that I would suggest that I didn't hear though I might have missed it is a tire pump and tire plug kit

I just found your videos Monkey, great stuff! You've kept me up till 4:30am and I'm heading down to my garage to take a better first aid kit from my hiking kit and put it on my 87 Goldwing. I carry the bare minimum on my 04 Roadking, because it's my short trip/date bike. No self respecting Lady looks at me on the Goldwing and thinks; "oooh hot ol man!" I never liked waiting a year for a "Rolling Thunder" or "Combat Veterans" patches. I served my time, it should count for something. But at 855 years of age, I learned something this morning, Thank You. I'm even more patient now to wait to inherit my cousins 47 Indian Chieftain that I learned to ride on. Hoka Hey be safe brother!

Over 12k subs! It seems to be catching on! Keep up the good work.

I would recommend adding a set of extra fuses and a good tire gauge. If a tire is low I have always found it hard to find a tire gage when you need one. Fuses would be great if one goes bad. Being able to switch out a fuse is nice while on the road.

Nice video: I got broadsided in 2019, got knocked over and the only injury I sustained was a cracked rib thanks to my Glock getting pushed up into my rib cage, so now the Glock resides in my right bag when I'm riding. I carry much of what your mentioned, but I keep my tools, pump, first aid kit - anything heavy - in the bottom of my side bags to keep the weight low. Finally, I always carry a good supply of lens cleaning wipes. Good job brother!

Not on the bike but in your head, take a stop the bleed class, learn to use the trauma kit you carry, short class a few hours is all! Ride safe

On the rain gear: "If I have it, it won't rain..." That is so true LOL... The jump pack is a real good one I never thought of. I think I carry way too much, for instance I have a military folding shovel and a quart of oil. My hard bags are almost full, and my tour pack is largely empty except for rags, a padlock that kickstand circle thing, extra glasses and bandanas, neck gaiter, and a pair of those sunbloker sleeve things. And I have the space for a leather jacket if I stay too long somewhere and the sun goes down. As for your handgun, wouldn't your vest be a better place while you are underway? I totally get your reason not to carry at 4 o'clock, and why in the saddle bag, however the throttle issue is real. I was gonna say the vest but you would have to have that gun pocket on the RIGHT side so that you can LEFT hand draw while keeping your right hand on the throttle. But two things... The vest with the zipper plus buttons hide the right hand pocket, unlike the left pocket only closed off with buttons ("rip" open and draw)... With that right hand pocket it would be "rip" open, unzip, draw. Plus you have to train to shoot left handed. I suppose you can practice with your left hand to "rip" open, unzip, and draw. I loved the spork explanation. Thank you for the great tips, I just subscribed.

In a pinch, a flattened beer can works as a kickstand puck. Also I always try and carry a book, because sometimes you're stuck by the road for hours and you don't want to use up your phone battery, or there's no signal anyway.

A couple yards of duct tape. I reroll onto a 1/4" bolt. Small and compact. Plus, with some paper towel or rags, you can use it to assemble a construction bandage for cuts.

Some sort of a first aid kit is a must have

I carry that same Trauma kit and turnakit. Also extra batteries for my fob. Just in case for me or a buddy

Info presented in your videos is good.

Nice video, I will be adding a trauma kit to my bag. I also carry a tire repair kit with CO2 inflators just in case!

I also Velcroed in a holster into the right saddle bag where my Ruger .40 lives when I'm riding.

I carry a extensive tool kit, haven't needed yet other than normal matianence stuff. A few bungees, a cargo net, tire pump and stuff for patching tires, a few extra fuses, home made first aid kit in a Ziploc in my left bag, in the right is everything for me, rain suit,extra gloves, eye protection, sun screen, a extra layer, usually have room for a light weight jacket if I want. In my windshield pouch a kick stand puck, lighter, tire gauge, Chap stick. Just need to be prepared. I feel confident that if it's something simple I can take care of it. If I can't I have enough to be comfy until the truck gets there. And for long rides I also carry a small cooler with 2 frozen bottles of water.

When I am riding 2-up, the right bag is for the wife. Anything she wants to take has to fit in her pockets or in her bag. The left bag is my space. For longer trips, I am usually alone. Standard packing includes rain gear and the phone number for roadside assistance. A multi tool is part of my EDC. Depending on the route, I have been known to carry fuel in my bag. I can only go about 150 miles on a tank at best, and there are stretches of road out there where you just don't know when you are going to encounter civilization again. I have a bag that straps securely to the back seat for items that have to go into the hotel with me. My carry piece stays on my hip, but I do have level 2 or 3 retention holsters. In places where I have to lock it up, I take the whole rig off. And of course there is the pocket carry option which becomes "don't ask don't tell". And don't forget the Garmin. No navigation on my bike, so the handlebar mount and the Garmin go just about everywhere.

Great ideas! And I like the storage solutions you use. I was going to spring for the TourPak lid organizer but you make a good point and your choice is better I think. As I have several bikes including adventure and sport varieties I am interested in storage solutions on these as well. Ride safe!

I’m a minimalist. I almost don’t even need bags. Even while touring. I keep rain gear and basics in my saddles while touring. Clothes and living supplies go in a touring bag I secure to passenger seat, and I use that bag as a back rest as well.

Of all the MCs BACA is the most respected and honorable. In my opinion.🥰

Hi Bro. I've been watching you for a while and I like your style. I believe you and I had gone down the same path on our side of the border. I too work for the same cause you do (Montreal, Canada chapter). Hopefully, one day we'll be able to cross path.

Ive got a small pack of those orange ear plugs for long rides to help with the wind noise.

Happy Nurses Week To your sister Madi from one nurse to another !!

my kickstand puck is an old rat trap. along with my rain gear in my saddle bag i have rain boots from frogg toggs

Also one thing I keep in my bike is a NOCO genius jump pack. Both my wife and I have the NOCO battery leads so I can plug my jump pack directly into that and jump start the bike if needed. It’s also great for charging devices when your out and about

I usually carry a clutch cable from Sav-Ur-Ride. Those have been a great asset on the road.

Love the tactical rubber chicken there guy 😂🤙🏾

Dude, I figured I’d watch this before a group ride to camp at Hana. And Ibuprofen is a great idea! Lol I WILL need it. I ride a bobber and I dont like the look of bags but I bought a swing-arm bag to hold some basics like tools, and and a rain sock for my intake.

Here in Hermann, MO it gets cold so I always pack a blanket never know. Can also be used to be a barrier for dirt if someone is hurt or going into shock to keep warm. Hope to never use it for that but be prepared.

Like a few people have said locktite is good to have on you. I would be careful with the quikclot I know some of the older generations of it were made from shellfish. I would also get a combat tourniquet what you showed is more of a pressure dressing which will work in many situations but the tourniquet that us service members carry is one handed and much better quality.

I’m stickering up my tourpack lid too

Depending on the ride I do carry a compressor and tire plug kit. We rode to big bend last year. It was strongly encouraged.

Just found your channel and it appears another commonality is we both frequent the Alligator Alley dealership. I few extra items not mentioned, include: an Aluminum Padded splint (24"); self adhesive cohesive bandages (2" x 5yds); first aid gauze rolls, micropore tape rolls; ace bandage; in addition to the Trauma Pak and the tourniquet, Wound Seal (tube applicators); Advanced Clotting Sponge, Sterile gauze Pads (individually packed) and some CPR face shields (1 time use - small square unit clips to key chain). Always have a tire pressure gauge and a tire tread gauge. Always keep the firearm on person, I would be more concerned with forgetting it in an unlocked bag at a stop, I do keep the holster tightened up. Maybe we will cross paths someday at Alabama Jacks, Joanie's Blue Crab Cafe or Roland Martin's up in Clewiston. Until then ride safe!

I keep a small fire extinguisher next to my trauma kit. Only been useful for small grass fires so far but damn I'm glad I have it. Other than that looks like a great setup!

Lol @ rolling gunfight... Its mostly so I don't to have to pull my gun out and reholster every time I stop somewhere.

Firearm right side vest pocket shot left handed move back to hip when not underway. If you have to open the saddlebag it’s probably to late.

I am not prepared for a gun fight while riding down the highway. I would suggest picking up a save a ride kit. It’s essentially a way to fix a throttle or clutch cable should the need arise

Extra battery for your fob! Keep 2 so you have extra one for another rider. Fob batteries can just up and quit! You'll be glad you had an extra.

I have rain gear, 3 pair of “riding” gloves, 1 pair of gloves for colder days that fit inside my leather riding gloves, 1-2 neck gator, clears, flashlight, fuses, stirrups for highway/longer rides to keep pant legs down at the ankle, couple tools.

A vice grip! Fixed up a broken throttle cable already with one. Could make a foot peg or what not!

Comment 2. Lol I carry a tourniquet everywhere I go, plus a good IFAK, if you carry something that makes holes, (pew pew) you should have a way to plug them.

Good video, just want to make sure you guys are ready with that medical stuff. That Trauma Pak is very basic, best thing in there is the quickclot gauze. That stuff has to be stuffed down into where the bleeding is coming from and direct pressure held on it. What you held up as a tourniquet is a trauma dressing. Great bandage for covering up minor wounds or for using as a pressure dressing to help stop bleeding. (Put it on top of the quickclot, too). It isn't a Tourniquet. Everyone should carry at least a tourniquet as part of their med kit. Just becareful buying them on amazon. There are lots of China made ones on there that look legit. The are not good. Lots of test done on them. They break! Stay safe out there.

A Medium gauge wire such as bailing wire. It has gotten me home on several occasions wiring up air cleaners, exhaust, etc....

I think your point about the rolling gunfight is a good one. However, I’m not big on the idea of having to transfer the weapon from body to saddlebag and back. Kinda defeats the idea of concealed I’m my view. I do wear a good retention holster to minimize the likelihood of my weapon getting loose if stuff bad happens. Definitely gonna add the trauma kit. Only other thought is that I keep the jiffy stand puck in a saddle bag so I can reach it without dismounting. Kinda suck to have the bike sink in and fall over while trying to get the puck, ya know?

Nice job on the trauma/first aid kits.

It does pay to be a southpaw, if you need to use the pew pew!! Haha. Steven segal movies. I like those organisers. Thanks for sharing brother. From NM , Stay safe and stay blessed. 👍🇺🇲🇺🇲🤙✌

You have great channel take care

I keep a jar of pipe tobacco in my bags with a humidor pack The miniature humidor case is gonna be my next purchase for my Electra

I love that seat

In regards to medical gear/supplies as a general practice in military units I’ve been a part of we use patches to ID anyone who has any advanced medical training/certs. And I know it’s a different circumstance and environment but any med gear you carry on your person is for use on yourself as to not diminish another’s supply i.e. tourniquet CPR mask bandages including quick clot and so on

The bike I would love to have again is a BSA 441 Victor. Single cylinder nicknamed Thumper. Fast bike and would cli.b a mountain.

That trauma pack is new to me. Thanks for that. Another thing that might save somebody some grief someday; aerosol can of fire extinguisher is not so large it couldn't fit...