We all love a good motorcycle travel story. Whether you’re going the Long Way Round, riding a world record poker run, or just getting away for a week or so, there’s a definite allure to bike trips.

It’s not all adventure, scenic vistas, and Instagram posts, though. Motorcyclist pulls the covers off the dark side of motorcycle travel. That still shouldn’t dissuade you from doing it. You totally should. But these are potential issues you should be aware of. They could happen to you, so be ready to deal with them.