Best Snacks for Motorcycle Road Trips: The Passenger Princess Survival Kit
Let’s be real — when you ride two-up, the one in the back (aka The Passenger Princess) has a very important job: keep the vibes high and the sugar levels even higher so the ride doesn’t turn into a low-blood-sugar crisis somewhere between gas stops.
On long two-up adventures, having the best snacks for motorcycle road trips isn’t optional — it’s part of the strategy. When my Passenger Princess rolls out for a motorcycle trip, she’s loaded down with snacks that are easy to eat while we’re flying down the highway — because morale matters.
Here’s a list of the snacks she rotates through depending on the kind of motorcycle trip we’re taking — short cruise, long highway haul, or full-day backroad adventure.
Best Snacks for Motorcycle Road Trips:
Gummy Worms – The OG Road Trip MVP
Tangy, stretchy, and just sticky enough to make you question your life choices at the next fuel stop, gummy worms are the go-to for almost every two-up ride. They’re perfect for a quick mid-ride sugar boost when energy starts dipping.
And if your rider blows past a turn?
Well… they also have excellent aerodynamic potential. Not that we’ve tested that. Much.
Gummy Bears – Because She’s Classy Like That
There’s something oddly comforting about a tiny bear made entirely of sugar and questionable decisions. Toss a pack in your jacket or vest pocket and let your body heat soften them up — they become the perfect easy snack for a long motorcycle ride.
After 100 miles of backroads, wind noise, and the occasional bug sacrifice to the riding gods, a gummy bear has a way of restoring morale. It’s basically edible therapy.
Nerds Gummy Clusters – For When She’s Feeling Extra
Imagine if candy and chaos had a baby. That’s Nerds Gummy Clusters. It’s basically a rave for your taste buds. Will they get stuck in your teeth? Absolutely. Is it still worth it? Also absolutely.
These are the emergency morale boosters for a long motorcycle day — especially when your rider misses the scenic overlook… for the third time. At that point, sugar isn’t optional. It’s strategic.
Peanut M&Ms – The Crunchy Ride or Die
When you need actual fuel along with flavor, Peanut M&Ms are the gold standard of motorcycle road trip snacks. Portable, durable, and almost melt-proof (unless you’re parked in full desert sun questioning your life choices), they hold up surprisingly well in a saddlebag.
Sweet, salty, crunchy — it’s the road snack trifecta. And with just enough protein to convince yourself you’re making a responsible decision, they somehow justify eating half a bag before noon on a long highway stretch.
The only real downside?
You always run out exactly when you need them most.
Beef Sticks – Because Sugar Can’t Do It All
Every Passenger Princess needs protein. Candy might run the vibes, but a good beef stick runs the engine.
Salty, smoky, and gloriously practical, it’s the perfect balance to all the gummy chaos. Whether it’s a classic gas-station Slim Jim or some locally sourced, grass-fed, teriyaki (personal favorite) masterpiece, beef sticks are the anchor of the motorcycle snack lineup.
On long motorcycle rides, sugar gives you the spike — protein gives you the staying power. Don’t underestimate it.
Hydration Matters – Because Vibes Don’t Survive Dehydration
Snacks are elite, but if you’re not staying hydrated on a long motorcycle ride, you’re asking for trouble.
My Passenger Princess keeps it simple — water. Consistent, reliable, responsible. The kind of hydration choice that says, “I plan ahead.”
Now me? I lean toward soda or Gatorade. Something with a little personality. A little fizz. A little questionable decision-making.
And then there’s the occasional cold Mountain Dew at a gas stop. Not every time… but when that neon green bottle comes out of the cooler after 150 highway miles? That’s not a drink. That’s a spiritual experience.
Bottom line: whether it’s water, sports drinks, or something with enough caffeine to restart your soul, hydration matters on a two-up motorcycle trip. Wind, sun, and hours in the saddle will drain you faster than you think.
Drink up. Then grab a gummy worm.
Pro Tip: Snack Storage Matters
A true Passenger Princess doesn’t just toss snacks into the saddlebag and hope for the best. There’s a system.
Strategically placed jacket pockets.
Vest compartments with quick access.
A small fanny pack within arm’s reach.
Because digging through a saddlebag on the side of the road while traffic rolls by is not ideal.
And maybe — just maybe — an emergency gummy worm tucked somewhere sacred for those “we’ve been riding for four hours and I’m over it” moments. Preparation is everything on a long motorcycle ride.
She’s managing morale.
She’s stabilizing blood sugar.
She’s running the snack logistics department like a professional.
And if you’re planning a longer two-up adventure, make sure you’re fully prepared for life on the road — especially when it comes to how you pack it all.
