2007-04-14 06:25:24 · 7 answers · asked by viper 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
u'll be the weakest link of the chain. the bike will do it no problem. u will want to quit way before the bike will. they say that sportster's would be the worst bike to try to take on a long distance ride....i easily can put in at least 400 miles in the saddle on mine.
2007-04-14 11:13:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have the same bike 1982 I ride everywhere on it they are good relable bikes if proerly maintained may not be the best choice for long trips cause it will definately beat you up after awhile but the bike should make it okay. You might not be but the bike will be. A bigger bike would be more comfortable.
2007-04-15 16:28:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It'll do fine. Ignore the big bike tosser crowd. Speed limits will stop them going faster than you on the straights, and you will pull away in the corners as you outmaneuver their barges.
I used an XS400 as a courier bike for a year. They are fine as long as you are happy to about 70mph. I'd also suggest you get a digital ignition model, as the points ignition is less reliable and points cost a lot to replace.
But overall, the bikes are pretty bullet proof and are certainly comforable.
2007-04-14 16:52:23 · answer #3 · answered by llordlloyd 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Riding a 400 across America is like riding a tricycle across town. You would be better having a bike at least 750 cc or bigger. Take a small bike down the interstate for a short spin you will return home very quickly if your smart. Bigger bikes handle better and ride better.You can pack more weight on a bigger bike also
2007-04-14 10:12:02 · answer #4 · answered by xlhdrider 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I've taken an RD350 on 1100 mile trips, but I really appreciate a big bike. The 400 won't get you up the hills as fast as you might like and will get hot going across the desert, but it will get the job done.
2007-04-14 20:18:57 · answer #5 · answered by Nomadd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure. Much more durable than you think. I drove an '81 Honda CM400E about 10,000 miles in one year, riding it all over Texas and then from Ft. Lauderdale to Key West and back (prob 500 miles). The thing is, at high speeds, they are busy, and buzzy, and will make you think they're gonna blow up... but they won't.
2007-04-14 10:02:46 · answer #6 · answered by Slow Dave 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You can ride it to Alaska and back with no problem.
It's not the best choice but will definately make the trip.
2007-04-14 06:58:48 · answer #7 · answered by bill b 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋