Motorcycle Travel Tips: Expert Advice for Planning Your Trip

Planning a motorcycle trip? Whether you’re riding close to home or heading off on a long-distance adventure, the right advice can make all the difference. In this episode, we’ve curated the best motorcycle travel tips and adventure riding advice from past conversations—bringing together practical insights from experienced riders who have spent years on the road. Featuring renowned motorcycle adventurers Sam Manicom, Tiffany Coates, and Michnus and Elsebie Oliver, this episode covers essential motorcycle trip planning, packing tips, travel mindset, and real-world lessons from life on two wheels. Whether you’re preparing for your first motorcycle tour or you’re a seasoned adventure rider, these expert tips will help you plan smarter, pack better, and ride with confidence. Because when it comes to motorcycle travel, the best way to prepare… is to learn from those who’ve already done it.

In this episode, we hear from three highly experienced motorcycle travellers who have spent years exploring the world on two wheels.

Sam Manicom is a celebrated author and long-distance rider whose journeys across Africa, Asia, and the Americas have inspired countless adventure motorcyclists. sam-manicom.com

Tiffany Coates, one of the UK’s most accomplished adventure riders, is known for her solo journeys across some of the world’s most remote and challenging regions. tiffanystravels.co.uk

And Michnus and Elsebie Oliver, the duo behind PikiPiki Overland, have travelled extensively through Africa and beyond, sharing honest, insightful stories from life on the road.

Together, they bring a wealth of real-world experience, practical advice, and unforgettable stories from the road. pikipikioverland.com


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Posted on April 9, 2026 .