Common Motorcycle Myths & Misconceptions #8

Myth: You can go touring on any motorcycle

Modern motorcycles are a lot more reliable. Your average Pulsar might not have broken down even a single time from the time you owned it. But this does not make it an ideal touring bike. Though it is very important to choose the right bike if you decide to go touring and a large displacement bike is almost always the right choice. A 150cc bike could still make it through a very long journey, but chances of it breaking down are very real. A larger engine always takes the stress of running for a long time, continuously, a lot better than a smaller engine. Besides engine displacement you should also put a lot of thought into other aspects before going touring. The bike and the tyres should be decided based on where you plan to go.