Welcome to Ride Essentials

 

These are the products we actually use, trust, and pack for our adventures. Some links are affiliate links and we may earn a small commission if you shop through them. Thanks for supporting our adventures. As we grow, we’ll share discount codes, so check back anytime This page is built by Backpack Babes for Backpack Babes. If you’ve got a product you love, a travel essential you never leave home without, or something you think every passenger should know about, send us a recommendation. We’d love to feature community favorites and build the ultimate road-tested resource together.

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Backpacks and Bags

45L - Tactical XL

Motorcycle Backpack

The Viking Tactical XL Motorcycle Backpack is a versatile option for riders who need serious storage without sacrificing organization. It opens flat for easy packing, carries comfortably off the bike, and can be securely attached to a compatible sissy bar for the ride. So whether you’re heading out for a day ride or a longer trip, it’s built to keep your gear organized and ready. If you’re looking for a durable backpack that’s ready for the road, this one’s worth checking out.

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Helmets and Safety Gear

LS2 Advant II Helmet

You guys have been asking what helmet I’ve been wearing in my videos and this is it.” I used to wear retro helmets, but after switching to the LS2 Advant 2, I don’t think I’d go back. It’s noticeably quieter, so I can actually enjoy my audiobooks and music on long rides. The modular design makes quick stops easy, and I love being able to swap shields to match the ride. It’s the helmet I trust every time we head out.

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LS2 FF910 Visor Fits Advant 2

Rainbow Iridium Shield. You guys ask about this shield all the time! If you’re okay with a different colour, you can usually find LS2 Advant 2 shields on Amazon or JP Cycles. But if you’re looking for the rainbow iridium like mine, The Visor Shop was the only place I could find it. Even with the shipping and import fees, it was worth it. I absolutely love the look. Shop my shield.

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Ride Upgrades

Saddlemen Roadsofa LS Lattice Stitch 2-Up Seat For Harley FLHX / FLTRX 2023-2026

If you’re gonna be in the passenger seat for long rides, this is the upgrade I’d point to. The RoadSofa LS gives you that wide, supportive platform with GelCore under you, so you’re not stuck shifting around every twenty miles. It stays comfortable mile after mile. And that’s the difference you feel when you’ve really been on the road.

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Saddlemen RoadSofa LS Lattice Stitch Tour Pack Backrest Pad For Harley Touring 2014-2025

If you’re anything like me, the tour pack is where those all day rides go from good to “let’s keep riding.” Once we upgraded to the Saddlemen RoadSofa, matching it with the RoadSofa Tour Pack Backrest was an easy choice. It’s supportive without feeling stiff, gives you a soft place to lean back for those long highway stretches, and it matches the seat perfectly. It’s one of those upgrades you don’t realize you needed until you ride with it. Trust me, your back will thank you. 

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Hogworkz Color Matched King Tour Pack w/ Full Backrest & Black Hardware for Harley® Touring '97-'26

This tour pack is one of those upgrades you’ll wonder how you ever lived without. It’s incredibly roomy. In fact, we can fit both of our full-face helmets inside with room to spare. It keeps everything secure, gives your backpack a comfortable place to lean back, and color matches the bike for a clean factory look. For us, it’s been an absolute no-brainer for every ride. 

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