Riding Your Touring Motorcycle on a Budget

Touring motorcycles are specifically designed to go long distances, so it only makes sense that one of the most common ways they’re ridden is for multi-day trips over hundreds of miles. However, going on a long ride might seem like a significant expense if you’re not flush with cash, so how can you enjoy a touring trip on a budget? We’ve got some tips to help you out.

Reduce Overnight Costs

Staying somewhere overnight can be expensive, but you can find inexpensive motels that offer you the accommodations you need without lots of bells and whistles that add up. An Airbnb rental is another affordable option. You can also choose to camp at a cabin or in a tent.

Eat on the Cheap

Spending too much money at restaurants or fast-food places can add up quickly. Try to find places to stay that offer continental (free) breakfasts to fill you up in the morning, then look for all-you-can-eat buffets or blue-plate special diners on the road to have lunch and dinner. You can stock up on foods to cook at your campsite or hotel, and buy healthy snacks at gas stations or grocery stores on your route.

Lower Fuel Expenses

Gas prices are at a high these days, so this is an area where you can expect to spend a pretty penny. However, there are some ways you can lower how much you spend on gasoline. Try to fill up in the middle of the week and not at the weekends, as this is when prices rise. Also, stick to speeds under 70 miles per hour, since higher speeds reduce fuel economy. 

Stop by our dealership in Santa Maria, CA, today to view our selection of new and used touring motorcycles for sale. Ask our sales team about our financing options if you’d like to use them. Santa Maria Harley-Davidson® serves our California customers in the cities of Ventura and Bakersfield.