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Riding America’s Newest National Park—The New River Gorge

Go to West Virginia just to see a bridge? Well, the bridge is a prominent feature at 876 feet above the water. And every third...

My Favorite Ride Begins in Tellico Plains, TN

Waterfalls, Gravel, and the Cherohala Skyway If you asked me what my favorite motorcycle ride is, I’d probably dodge the question. I’d tell you every...

Moab, Utah—A Red Rock Adventure for Every Motorcyclist

Known worldwide for its towering red rock formations, rugged Jeep trails, and national parks, Moab has earned a reputation as an off-road paradise. But...

Montana’s U.S. Route 2—From Peaks to Plains in the Treasure State

Ride Montana U.S. Route 2 for 665 miles of mountain scenery, Glacier National Park, historic small towns, and wide-open plains.

Third Time, Still a Charm—Riding Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia

Third Time, Still a Charm—Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia Motorcycle Ride

Lost Alignments of Route 66

The Mother Road has seen significant evolution over the past century. Throughout its 100‑year history, Route 66 has been constantly realigned, reshaped, and reimagined. It...

The Rise, Fall, and Revival of Route 66 Gas Stations

Gas stations serve a critical role in a country as car-dependent as the United States. Along interstates, they offer travelers a place to fuel...

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...

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.

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.

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...

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.

Top 5 Motorcycle Roads in Minnesota

While the “Star of the North” isn’t conducive to motorcycle riding during winter, Minnesota offers a treasure trove of great roads for motorcyclists to...

North by Northeast: Minnesota Motorcycle Ride

With the crack of the throttle, my son, Chad, and I started our northern Minnesota motorcycle ride, he on his 2009 Harley-Davidson Fatboy and...

Taking the Long Way Home: Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana Motorcycle Ride

It was almost noon as I rolled into Zanesville, Ohio, and my stomach reminded me that all I had for breakfast was black coffee...

Riding Roads Less Traveled in Fulton County, New York

Fulton County, New York, is just 60 miles northwest of the state capital Albany, but it sure feels out of the way. The southern...

Top 5 Motorcycle Roads in Georgia

Established in 1732 as the thirteenth of the original American colonies, Georgia is a state rich in history. It’s also rich in terms of...

America’s Mother Road: Chicago to L.A. on Route 66

Designated as a federal highway in 1926 and running from Chicago to Los Angeles, Route 66 connected – and often ran right through –...

Riding Cross-Country on a BMW K 1600 B

Though California has been my adopted home going on 15 years now, I’m a Southern boy. Born in Nashville. Lived in Charleston, Tampa, Atlanta...

2014 Motorcycle Cannonball Run: Cross-country travels and travails

Daytona Beach, Fla.–Tacoma, Wash., Sept. 5–21—They gathered in Daytona Beach, Florida, the motorcycle-riding fanatics with ancient iron, each anxious to strike out for new...

Kyle Petty Cross-Country Charity Ride Daily Update—Day 8 and Final Thoughts

EDITOR'S NOTE: Rider magazine asked our two good friends David Andreas and John Puerner, who are participating in the 20th Anniversary of the Kyle...