The document discusses the experiences of traveling across the contiguous United States and parts of Canada over 10-12 years on a motorcycle. It provides advice on packing light, adapting to changes, making the most of unexpected situations, and enjoying both the freedom of travel and memorable stories from things going awry. While motorcycling allows seeing the country's natural wonders, cities, and towns, riders need to prepare for various weather, follow safety practices, and make alternate plans for emergencies.

1. How We Saw the USA
On a Motorcycle

2. Find a road, and see
where it will take you.
Over the past ten or twelve years,
we’ve seen each of the contiguous US
states and several provinces in Canada.
All on a motorcycle.
We’ve learned how to pack light,
adapt to changes in plans and weather,
and make the best of whatever we find
along the way. We can give plenty of
advice on how to do it and where to
go, what to see and what to do.
Some of the best times of our lives
have been those when we just felt the
freedom of the air around us and the
pavement beneath.
Admittedly, however, some of the best
stories were when something went
awry…

3. First, Get a Driver
It’s really easiest to sit on the back seat. This
gives one the option of complaining about
anything that does not go well. It is also nice to
have someone to talk to while you are waiting
for the rain to stop.

4. Decide Which Way to Go
Carefully plan a route Or let the road be your guide

5. Prepare Well for a Long Trip
Get the proper gear for any weather,
and bring all of it—or just wear it.
Wish yourself some luck. If you
can get help with that, do so.

6. A Warning Should Suffice
Hazards are everywhere So keep your parts in place

7. Alternate Transportation May be
Needed in an Emergency

8. Lots of Mealtime Choices
Bring your own lunch Or pick a nice restaurant venue

9. Stop and See Interesting Things

10. Watch for a Good Parking Place

11. Make Friends Along the Way

12. Enjoy All of Nature’s Wonders

13. See Cities and Towns

14. But Get Used to Seeing This

15. Photos by Tom & Gail Arndt
From Travels on a GoldWing