K2K - Things to carry

Below are the things which I carried which I carried for my journey….

First and most important thing is bike LOL J J

All bike spare parts.

1) Accelarator cable.

2) Clutch cable

3) Brake cable

4) Chain Lubricant

5) Engine oil

6) Front and rear tube

7) 2 extra keys of bike.

8) Spark plug

9) Spared headlamps or bulb

10) Insulated tape

11) Foot pump
A small strong rope (You never know when Towing is needed)

Riding Jacket, Riding Pant, Gloves ,balaclava and goggles.

Bungee cords (Carry 4 extra).

From Manali carry one 5ltrs. cane for petrol. Tandi is a place where you will find Himachal’s last filling station after that next filling station is after 365kms i.e. Leh.

Waterproof saddle, Tank bag and waist bag.

One chain lock.

3 small locks (2 for saddle bag and one extra if incase needed).

Cello Tape and scissor.

Route Map.

Swiss Knife.

First Aid Kit.

Workout Innerwear.

2 pairs of Thermal wear.

3-4 thick polybags in which all stuff can be kept so that even if it rains heavily it will protect getting wet.

One good waterproof jacket.

Use DOT certified helmets. I am sure it will be expensive but not more that you J

Sun screen, moisturizer, lip balm and Hair oil.

Safety pin and needle thread.

Avoid energy drinks and anything sweet like candy, toffee. Un-necessary it makes your body dehydrated.

Keep sipping water, drink 3-4 water in a day.

Carry dry fruits like almond, cashew, pistas which gives you instant energy.

Electrolyte.

Pill to prevent from AMS as prescribed by doctor.

Try not to use any water except packed Bisleri, Kinley and Aquafina.

Sanitizer, toilet paper, tissue paper, Dermicool powder, facewash, towel which is light and dries up fast.

Comb, shampoo.

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