Even though it is still Jan and winter, I’ve been have that etching feeling for the next motorcycle trip. I’ve been considering riding on the million dollar highway in Colorado, from Durango up through Ouray. I’ve heard a lot of good … Continue reading →
Well, winter is officially upon us here in Utah. The temps have been down in the low teens. Since 2004, when I purchased my VTX 1300, a month has not gone by that I have not ridden the girl. During … Continue reading →
Winterizing your Motorcycle With the changing of the temps, and Fall in the air, it is time to start thinking about getting your bike ready for a long winter’s nap – That is of course, if you are blessed, gifted, … Continue reading →
Alas, bikers started pouring into Sturgis on Friday. The place is filling up fast, and as usual, it is slow getting around from one end of town to the next. It’s hot, but that’s nothing new to the rally. … Continue reading →
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As the Sturgis bike rally approaches, the week preceding the rally is relatively quiet. The crowds should start filtering in this weekend. A lot will be happening this year. Paul Sr. of American Chopper will be making an appearance at … Continue reading →
Sturgis Rally week is here. It will be interesting to see how many will attend this year, given unemployment figures still up and the high price of gas. It is always exciting to rub shoulders with fellow bikers. Over … Continue reading →
Summer is finally here is full swing, and it is hot! With hot summer riding comes risks, especially if you are riding cross country. With the wind blowing in your face, the thought of getting dehydrated never passes your mind. … Continue reading →
The next morning we arose, climbed on our motorcycles to ride into Bryce Canyon National Park. Again, beautiful vista’s and landscapes. Amazing how the rock formations were developed. With our motorcycle trip coming to a close, we were reluctant to … Continue reading →
After our overnight stay at Jacob’s Lake, we climbed on our motorcycles and headed north towards Zion’s National Park. We even passed through Colorado City, birthplace of Warren Jeff’s and his sixty children. Arriving at Zion’s upon our motorcycles we … Continue reading →
Day 3 of our motorcycle trip, we decided and debated of heading on to Laughlin, NV and Las Vegas, or backtracking a little and going around the Grand Canyon, from the South Rim to the North Rim. We concluded it … Continue reading →
Day 2 we left the comfort of the houseboat, climbed on our motorcycles, knowing that the next 4 nights would be spent in sleeping bags and tents, not to mention nights in the 30’s. Yes, it was still cold. Where … Continue reading →
Awe, the wonderful epic journey of the wind in our face and the road ahead, as we explored new vistas of the Southwestern States. Due to time restraints we shortened our trip, starting out on a cold Thursday morning, Braden, … Continue reading →
After a long winter’s nap, I am taking off this Thursday on a trip down through the southwestern United States. I’ll be riding with three other riders, Braden Hirschi (New son-in-law), Barry Stone (Brother), and Mike Jarvis (My BFF). We … Continue reading →
As the weather starts to warm up, so does the urge to start planning the first spring motorcycle ride. For early spring, it is always safe to plan a ride headed south into warmer climates. So, my group is planning … Continue reading →
Out of all the motorcycle rides I have taken over the years, this was one of my favorites. The ride up to Mt St Helens, the drive down the beautiful Oregon Coast, and then through the Northern California Giant Redwoods, … Continue reading →
Two years ago, my group took an unbelievable motorcycle trip through the beautiful Northwest. Believe it or not, we had no rain. From Salt Lake City, we traveled up through Idaho, across Oregon to the west coast. The Oregon … Continue reading →
Last year I had a couple of memorable motorcycle rides. In June I spent 3 weeks, by myself, riding up into Canada, over to the east coast, down through Maine and back home, putting a little over 6,000 miles on … Continue reading →
I don’t know about you when it comes to wintertime. For me it is way too long. My motorcycle sits in the garage with it’s battery tender tickling a charge every once in a while, and I eagerly keep tabs … Continue reading →
Welcome to USA Motorcycle Rides. On this website you’ll find everything you’ll need to plan your next ride. I will be adding all the information, products and items you will need to have a fun and safe trip. I’ll also … Continue reading →