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Pura Vida—Slowing Down in Costa Rica

Pura Vida—Slowing Down in Costa Rica Motorcycle Dual Sport Ride

Bagging Passes in the Colorado Rockies—Riding Denver to Durango

Colorado is a tale of two topographies. The eastern third of the state, roughly everything east of Interstate 25, is part of the Great...

The Road That Started It All

Since 1974, Rider has shared stories about the places motorcycles can take us. Through mountain passes, desert highways, coastal roads, and small-town America, we've...

19 Spectacular Waterfalls Worth the Ride

Discover the best waterfall motorcycle rides in America, featuring scenic roads, unforgettable destinations, and spectacular waterfalls worth the journey.

The Birthplace of Route 66—Missouri

Ride Missouri Route 66 from St. Louis to Joplin with Rider magazine's travel guide featuring historic attractions, scenic roads, lodging, food stops, and trip tips.

The Beginning of the Dream—Illinois Route 66

Stretching roughly 300 miles from downtown Chicago to the Mississippi River at St. Louis, Illinois serves as the opening chapter of America’s most famous...

Don’t Miss These 49 Epic Motorcycle Stops in California 

Few places on Earth deliver this kind of range in a single ride. From coastal cliffs that drop into the Pacific and alpine passes...

The Land of Lincoln—Springfield, IL

For many travelers, Springfield, Illinois, is synonymous with one name: Abraham Lincoln. The city where Lincoln lived, practiced law, raised his family, and launched...

Big Sky, Bigger Legends on Texas Route 66

Ride historic Texas Route 66 through the Panhandle discovering Cadillac Ranch, the MidPoint Café, Amarillo, and other classic Texan roadside attractions.

U.S. Route 50—Coast-to-Coast on America’s Loneliest Highway

Ride the entire U.S. Route 50 from Ocean City, Maryland, to West Sacramento, California, on an unforgettable 3,000-mile motorcycle adventure across America.

Above the Timberline—Riding Canada’s Wild Rocky Mountain Corridor

Ride the Canadian Rockies from Calgary to Banff, along the legendary Icefields Parkway, and into Jasper. Discover world-class scenery, travel tips, road conditions, lodging, and must-see attractions for one of North America's greatest motorcycle adventures.

Arizona U.S. 160—High Desert Distance Through Navajo and Hopi Country

Ride Arizona’s U.S. 160 through Navajo and Hopi country, where vast desert plateaus, open skies, and iconic Southwest landscapes create an unforgettable motorcycle journey.

Yellowstone National Park Motorcycle Trip—Geysers, Wildlife, and High Plains Riding

Plan the ultimate Yellowstone National Park motorcycle trip. Ride the Grand Loop Road, see geysers, wildlife, mountain scenery, and unforgettable high-country touring.

Ormond Scenic Loop and Trail: Florida Motorcycle Ride

For many riders, especially those in northern states who must put away their bikes during winter, Daytona Bike Week kicks off the new riding...

Adirondacks BDR-X Launches at Americade with Triumph as Sponsor

The new Adirondacks BDR-X is a 700-mile adventure loop through Adirondack Park. The route launched at Americade with a documentary film.

100+ Roadside Attractions Along U.S. Route 66

Celebrate Route 66’s 100th anniversary with over 100 of the best roadside attractions, from neon motels and giant statues to quirky tourist stops that define America’s Mother Road.

Ride Route 66 Through The Ozark’s—Cuba, MO

Cuba, Missouri, known as Missouri’s Mural City, is a standout Route 66 stop in the Ozarks.

The Cherohala Skyway—High-Elevation Riding Through the Southern Appalachians

The Cherohala Skyway doesn't demand attention the way some of Appalachia's more famous motorcycle roads do. There are no souvenir shops celebrating impossible corner...
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