This page details all the stuff I pack for an offroad trip, why I pack it and how I use it. The list has evolved to what it is today and works well for me, maybe you can use it too!
I use this packing list primarily on my drz where I use 2 main luggage systems:
- Mosko Moto Reckless 80 (v1) – These saddlebags don’t require a rack and fit very close to the bike, limiting the total width. It is very tough and waterproof. I like the modular approach with dry bags and small smart features like the beavertail and the molle straps. I added two bottle holders and a ‘trunk’ bag via these molle straps.
- Giant Loop Diablo tank bag plus pannier pockets – This tank bag is small enough so it doesn’t get in the way when I stand up on the pegs and it fits nicely over the drz tank allowing some room for the vent hose. The main compartment comes with a drybag that I use to add my most valuable items and can take with me off the bike easily. The pannier pockets are a nice addition for easily accessible storage that is out of the way.
The general layout of what I take and where I store it is in this diagram:
Tank bag
The tank bag main compartment contains stuff that’s either valuable or is often used and therefore easiest to grab.
| Pressure gauge | Easy to grab general pressure gauge from anwb. |
| Cutlery | Small set of cutlery that gets the job done. Includes wine opener. |
| Hand sanitizer | Use before eating to limit risk of stomach issues in certain environments |
| Charging cables | Small bag with charging cables & battery pack: * 3-in-1 (2 x usb-c, 1x micro usb) cable to charge multiple devices from USB-a port * 1 x micro USB cable for charging helmet headset * 1 x 80cm USB-C cable to charge powerbank * Small but powerful battery pack: Mojogear mini evo. This batterypack is powerful enough to charge a phone, gopro batteries, helmet headset and more in one charge. I connect it to the bike during the day so I can charge my phone (and other stuff) in the tent at night. * 220V USB adapter to charge stuff on a wall outlet whenever you have the chance |
| GoPro accessories | Small bag with stuff related to GoPro stuff * Charger and 2 spare batteries * GoPro tripod * GoPro shoe for quick mount * MicroSD to SD card converter * MicroSD reader for USB-C OTG, to copy/view footage from GoPro fast |
| Knife | A good knife to use to cut wood, baguettes and everything inbetween. |
| Headlight | I can’t camp without a headlight. Now using the Sofirn HS10 that is cheap, rechargeable via USB-c and has a lot of light. |
| Chewing gum | |
| Tooth picks | |
| Wire lock | Small wire lock with a number code to lock things to the bike, like your helmet if you go into a shop |
| Deet | Effective insect repellant in a spray (wiki) |
| Keys | Spare key for the bike, and keys from home in a ziploc bag |
| Documents | Ziplocbag with documents: * Passport * Ownership document of the bike * European insurance green card * Copies of health insurance, passport, drivers license. * Copy of health insurance policy details * Health insurance card with EHIC * European accident form (insurance) * Vaccination passport * Travel insurance card |
| Phone bag | Soft bag to store 2 phones without scratching the screens |
| Ear buds | To listen to music/audio book |
| Lighter | For camp fire or fuel stove |
| Cleaning cloth | To effectively clean your glasses or mirrors. I keep this in the outside of the tank bag. |