Reflecting on Buzz's amazing ride cross-country on his scooter, and some of Klaviator's incredible scooter trips, I'm not sure this is the optimal place to post this link. But, it is the category devoted to "Touring", so... ::)
I saw this article posted thru Twitter. I found it interesting and useful. Hope it proves helpful to whomever reads this!
http://www.motorcycle.com/features/packing-motorcycle-tour.html