Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Tours
in Great Britain and Europe
Pre-Tour Guides
These guides are distilled from experience, lessons learned, research into each Country's specific and unique motorcycle laws. These guides are only here to assist you in preparing for your tour without getting stressed or forgetting something!
Guide 01
Tour Packing List
Here is my suggested packing list for a tour of 5+ days. Its only a suggestion! Please amend as you wish, I have included some blank lines for your own items
Guide 02
Everyday Tool Kit
This is what I carry as an Essential Tool Kit on my motorcycle. This equipment is permanently packed away. This is simply a guide that may help or guide you, please add/ subtract as you wish and as suits you and your bike!
Guide 03
Helmet Requirements
Motorcycle Helmets must meet ECE 22.05 or 22.06 in UK and Europe. In addition, France has brought Helmet Reflectors into law. This article looks into this requirement and why you may not need to retroactively fit reflectors.
Guide 04
Riding Laws in Europe
(driving, clothes, equipment)
I have tried to cover all motorcycle protective clothing, equipment and driving laws in Europe by Country. Headline minimum answer is: Wear a certified helmet, long-sleeve jacket, long trousers and boots, carrying a hi-vis vest.
Video 01
Essential Toolkit for Touring
The basic toolkit to carry on every ride for peace of mind!
Video 02
6 things to know about your Harley-Davidson
6 things you really should know before you set off on any tour!
Video 03
Route Planning & GPS Navigation Options
What we use to plan routes (both planning software and GPS hardware on the bike) and recommendations with pro's and con's for various options to consider
Video 04
EES and ETIAS? Bursting the rumours
EES & ETIAS, what they mean to you and when are they coming into force
Video 05
4 Trip Hazards to avoid before your Tour
4 paperwork expiry deadlines to check before they become a Trip Hazard to your Tour
Video 06
What motorcycle gear to wear on Tour
Each of the Countries in Europe have different motorcycle helmet and protective clothing requirements. In this video I break this down to what works throughout Europe.