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Where the Trek Begins—Riverside, IA

Exploration and discovery are among the biggest drivers that drag motorcyclists to the road. There’s just something about finding a new place you’ve never seen before, especially if you found it by accident. Riverside, IA, is a small city famous for being the birthplace of a great explorer—

Mar/Apr '24

City Escape: Grand Junction, Colorado

When visiting Grand Junction, CO, do not miss the opportunity to ride this stunning loop through the Colorado National Monument. Red rock monoliths and infinite views will cause severe rider conflict. Will you ride the perfect twisty pavement or stop and take in the surreal views? Colorado National Monument contains

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Baja California—Monkey Business

With the picnic tables dotted among the ponderosa trees of Arizona long gone, we rode onto what looks like a nose-diving dragon—775 miles in body and 200 miles in girth—from Mexicali in the north to Cabo San Lucas in the south. The Baja peninsula, or Baja California, is

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Explore the Northern Rainforests—Olympic Peninsula Loop

The Olympic Peninsula in Washington State marks the most northwestern reaches of the contiguous U.S. It sports some of the most majestic sights in the country, from the rocky seaside to tranquil mountaintops and the depths of the rainforests. It comes as a surprise to some, but many of

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Visit Oklahoma's First State Capital—Guthrie

On the morning of April 22, 1889, Guthrie, OK, was still just a dusty prairie stop known as Deer Creek on the AT&SF Railroad in the Unassigned Lands of Indian Territory. By the same evening, it had become a tent city with approximately 10,000 residents. The new

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Tennessee & North Carolina: Theme Rides, Biodiversity, and Casinos

It was a bright morning in late May. A leisurely breakfast at Pete’s Coffee Shop & Restaurant in the delightful town of Knoxville, TN, set us up for the start of our Great Smoky Mountains motorcycle tour. After the breakfast (with eggs, bacon, pancakes, and the works), my wife

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Discover North Carolina on US 70

Opened to traffic in 1926, US 70 quickly earned the nickname Broadway of America for its significant role as one of the main highways connecting the U.S. East Coast to the West. Although its western terminus has moved several times, its eastern end in North Carolina has stayed mostly

Mar/Apr '24

City Escape: Brattleboro, Vermont

The word “pastoral” is overused when describing Vermont, but that might be because it fits the place to a tee. This north-to-south loop takes you through everything this beautiful state has to offer. You’ll pass gently flowing rivers, dense forests, small towns, and open fields with old stone fences

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Why Not Visit This Small Town—Whynot, NC

Behind every name, there is a story. Take your bike to Whynot, NC, and you’ll discover a place whose origin story will surely resonate with any rider who has attended an overly long meeting that just never seems to end. Whynot is a small place of only around 100

Travel Guide

5 US Destinations for an Early-Season Spring Motorcycle Ride

The winter puts an end to the riding season in many places across the U.S. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, since the cold months are a great chance to maintain your motorcycle or perhaps read that motorcycling book that’s been sitting on your coffee table. Eventually,

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9 Spectacular Places to Visit in Arizona

Heat, sand, and cacti—that’s Arizona in the popular imagination. But the state has much more to offer for a moto traveler who knows where to point their front wheel. Arizona sports a huge variety of Southwestern environments, from its famous sun-scorched desert to tranquil lakes, awesome (in the

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Fort Ross: Russia’s Stronghold in America

Touring Russia by motorcycle has always been on my bucket list. I enjoy the country’s literature and the Russians I have met have been great people, which is partly why I have wanted to see it. Sadly, the political climate over my lifetime has never really been right for

Accommodations

Review: Viking Inn—Solvang, CA

Solvang is an exceptional theme park of a city in the heart of Central California’s wine country. Positioned exactly at the beginning of the downtown area, the Viking Inn is a welcoming spot from which to explore this unique town. Like Solvang itself, the Viking Inn was originally built

Jan/Feb '24

Whale Hunting in The Desert & The 1000 Mile Cheeseburger

"There’s whales in this here desert!” I proclaimed to Caleb as we swung our legs over our matching pair of Honda Gold Wings. “There’s whales, you just have to know where to look!” And that’s exactly what we intended to do. 9:07 a.m., Las

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8 Best Places to Eat Around Athens, OH

If you haven’t already pointed your front wheel to Athens, OH, you should. Located near the Hocking Hills Scenic Byway and the famous Windy 9, the roads around the city make for a great motorcycling destination. After a long riding day, though, your stomach will be grumbling. Lucky for

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Riding the Sandia Mountains—Albuquerque, New Mexico

In the high desert of New Mexico you will find one of the state's largest cities, Albuquerque. A city that weaves together a rich tapestry of culture, history, and natural beauty. With a backdrop of the Sandia Mountains and a skyline painted in hues of adobe, Albuquerque captivates

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5 New York State Hotels for a Romantic Moto Weekend

Motorcycling through the fantastic environs of New York is a great way to connect with another person. Whether you’re both on your own bikes or one is hugging the other from behind on the pillion seat, a shared riding experience is always something special. But once the night falls,

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The Great River Road

Ah, the mighty Mississippi—the great river of the United States. With the Mississippi’s legendary significance to our nation, it only makes sense that the road that follows its meanders bears a name worthy of its traveling companion. The Great River Road is certainly an appropriate moniker. For 2,

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Ötztal Valley, Austria: The Story of Three Roads

It is September and my wife and I are staying at a small apartment hotel on the outskirts of Sölden in Tyrol. This place serves as a base from which to explore the area by motorbike. Today’s plan is to ride over the Timmelsjoch, Austria’s highest international border

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Stone Bridges of Washington County, Maryland

Washington County is located in Maryland’s portion of the Great Appalachian Valley, which stretches from New York to Tennessee. Because limestone was a readily available building material in the county and it didn’t deteriorate as rapidly or require as much maintenance as wooden covered bridges, stone was the

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Visit Redwood National Park

Riding among ancient giants sounds like something from a fantasy novel. But if you point your front wheel for a motorcycle ride in Redwood National Park, you can turn that fantasy into reality. Officially called Redwood National and State Parks (RNSP), the Redwood National Park was wrapped into one administrative

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2024 Tour Operators Guide

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The High Road to Taos, New Mexico

New Mexico has a colorful history, stretching thousands of years and covering Native American, Spanish, and modern U.S. settlement. The High Road to Taos takes you on a trip through the state’s past—and onto a stunning motorcycling road. While it is well-known, the High Road rarely makes

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The Scenic Road to Halawa Valley—Kamehameha V Hwy, Hawaii

Halawa Valley on the island of Molokai isn’t one of Hawaii’s most famous landmarks, but that doesn’t make it any less stunning. It’s a beautiful, off-the-beaten-path location that supported the traditional Hawaiian way of life well into the ‘50s. To get to Halawa Valley, you have

Jan/Feb '24

City Escape: Muscle Shoals, AL

Motor out of Muscle Shoals, AL, for this musical motorcycle tour. This outing takes you to two famous recording studios to see where dozens of artists—perhaps even some of your favorites—have recorded hundreds of songs. You’ll also visit a space museum to see what Major Tom got