Quad Lock Phone Mount - I’ve tried other mounts but only trust Quad Lock.
Quad Lock Vibration Dampener - Do! not! skip! this! I destroyed a phone camera once because I didn’t use a dampener. Learned my lesson.
Uniqlo Round Mini Shoulder Bag - Yup, that viral bag works perfectly as an around town moto bag imo.
Portable Air Compressor - Never go to a gas station to pump air into your tires ever again. In a pinch, this device can also charge your phone!
Kriega Dry Bags - Pretty sure I’ll have these for life. Works great for camping gear or weekends away on a road trip.
Dainese Leg Bag - A little pricey but the perfect size only for essentials.
Fellow Carter Mug - 100% spill proof even on a motorcycle so I can always have my coffee with me, lol.
Uniqlo Heat Tech - Essential base layers. Thin, comfortable, super warm.
Dainese Air Frame D1 Mesh Jacket - A light summer jacket for around town riding.
Alpinestars Stella SMX Vented Boots - Tall boots are a must. Ankle protection + air conditioning with cooling perforation.
Revit Coral Jacket - My go-to jacket for almost every season. There are breathable panels and a warm lining insert as well.
Knox Riding Jeans - Lined with Kevlar + armor pockets.
Shoei RF 1400 Helmet - One of the quietest helmets on the market.
Motorcycle Cover - For street parking, a cover is a must.
Disc Lock - Small enough to carry around town or on trips.

These two are long-standing and well-attended favorites:

Two Wheel Tuesday. Occurs weekly during riding season. Location moves around. Check @ride.more.talk.less on IG for weekly meetup location.
Bikes & Breakfast. On the first Sunday of the month during riding season, find classic and vintage motorcycles at 9W Market up the Palisades. Find other locations in New York and on the East Coast here.

REI Co-op Trailmade 2 Tent- Enough room for me + my gear. I tried a 1-person tent but it was too cramped with gear.
REI Trailmade Sleeping Pad - Very reasonably priced sleeping mat that does well in colder weather.
NEMO Fillo Pillow - Easily as comfortable as my Casper pillow as home.
Black Diamond Astro 300 Head Lamp - Camp essential.
Black Diamond Lantern - To hang in my tent.

Harriman State Park, NY
Bucks County, PA
Bear Mountain, NY
Hawk’s Nest Highway
Oyster Bay, Long Island
Storm King Highway, NY
Ashokan Reservoir + Slide Mountain Wilderness in Upstate New York
Delaware Water Gap/River, PA
What I call The Trifecta: Harriman State Park + Bear Mountain + Storm King Highway

Support your local biker biz!

r/RideItNYC - NYC moto subreddit.
Til Death Coffee Shop - Moto coffee shop in Bushwick, Brooklyn.
Over & Out - Women’s motorcycle off-road classes and festivals.
Union Garage - Gear shop in Connecticut.
Nice Day Moto - A motorcycle coffee pop up with espresso machine ON the bike! So fun.
On the Spot Moto - Motorcycle hand wash service in Queens.
JANE Motorcycles - Motorcycle gear shop in Williamsubrg, Brooklyn.
Cavalier Customs - Service & custom motorcycles. They host events, too.
The Lurkshop - Moto garage that hosts workshops to learn how to work on your bike.
The House of Machines - Moto-focused hangout spot (food & drink) that often hosts local biker meetups.