The Clubhouse
The people who make riding worth doing: clubs and chapters, the organisers behind rallies and poker runs, the creators who film the roads, and the shops and lodges that leave the light on for a bike. Listing is free and always will be. We do not charge for a place here and we do not rank by who paid.
148 listed · 118 shops · 30 rider-friendly stops
Clubs and chapters
Riding clubs, brand-owner chapters, associations and independent groups.
Nothing listed here yet, and nothing invented to fill the space. Clubs go in once they have asked to be listed - a directory built by scraping names is worth nothing to the people in it. If you run a club or a chapter, write to us and you are in.
Rallies, poker runs and charity rides
The organisers behind the dates riders plan a year around.
Not yet listed. If you organise a rally, a poker run or a charity ride, send us the date and the route and it goes on this page free.
Creators
The channels and podcasts that ride the roads and report back.
Not yet listed. We keep a large index of motorcycle channels for our own road research, and deliberately do not publish it as a directory - being catalogued without being asked is not a favour. Tell us you want a listing and you get one.
Independent shops
Dealers and independents our road pages point riders to, with the brands they actually service.
- BMW Motorrad Salzburg (Denzel Salzburg-Wals)Salzburg, AustriaAuthorized premier BMW Motorrad factory branch located right off the A10/A1 motorway junction. Expert technicians specifically trained on R1200/R1250/R1300GS platforms, ShiftCam maintenance, shaft drives, and dynamic suspension. Dedicated traveler priority booking.
- Grossglockner Moto Service Bruck (Zweirad Bruck)Bruck an der Großglocknerstraße, AustriaDirectly located at Kilometer Zero of the Grossglockner High Alpine Road (Großglockner Hochalpenstraße). The final lifeline before the 2,504m Hochtor pass. Stocks high-friction sintered brake pads, brake fluids, tire puncture repair kits, and heavy-duty touring tires.
- KTM Service Hub Mattighofen (Braumandl)Wels, AustriaLocated in the heartland of KTM near factory headquarters. The absolute gold standard for WP suspension rebuilds, LC8 V-Twin and LC8c parallel-twin engine management, mapping upgrades, and extreme adventure tire fitment.
- Zweirad Ginzinger InnsbruckInnsbruck, AustriaThe undisputed heavyweight of Austrian Alpine moto service. Massive parts warehouse and tire department stocking hundreds of Michelin, Pirelli, Dunlop, and Metzeler tires. Express lane for riders traveling the Brenner Pass, Timmelsjoch, or Kühtai. English and German spoken fluently.
- Zweirad Ginzinger VillachVillach, AustriaStrategically located at the intersection of Austria, Italy, and Slovenia. Key prep point for the Grossglockner south ramp, Nockalmstraße, and Slovenia's Vršič Pass. Huge tire inventory with instant mounting and laser wheel alignment.
- Blackfoot Motosports CalgaryCalgary, AB, CanadaMassive western Canada mothership hub with one of North America's largest touring showrooms. Certified factory master technicians for BMW Motorrad, Triumph Tiger, and KTM Adventure. Giant on-site tire warehouse with immediate tire changing for trans-continental riders.
- Bow Cycle CalgaryCalgary, AB, CanadaPremier west-Calgary dealer situated on the direct artery heading towards Banff National Park and Highway 1A. Known for rapid turnaround on flat tires, brake pads, oil services, and Honda Africa Twin overland equipment.
- Cabot PowersportsSydney, NS, CanadaThe definitive staging springboard for Cape Breton Island and the world-famous Cabot Trail (NS-30). Crucial fresh tire mounting, bead sealing, chain tensioning, and maritime rain prep before hitting the coastal highlands.
- Daytona Motorsports VancouverSurrey, BC, CanadaFull Japanese Big Four and European metric warranty service center. Stocked with extensive metric touring and dual-sport tire inventories (Dunlop Trailmax Mission, Michelin Road 6), chains, sprockets, and rapid emergency roadside tire mounting for Lower Mainland riders.
- Edson PowersportsEdson, AB, CanadaCritical northern safety net serving the Yellowhead Highway (AB-16) and northern Icefields Parkway corridor leading into Jasper. Essential emergency tire repairs, cold-weather touring supplies, and chain service before entering wilderness national parks.
- Excalibur Motorcycle WorksThunder Bay, ON, CanadaThe western terminus lifeline of the rugged Lake Superior Trans-Canada run. Expert wilderness tire patching, wheel truing, electrical charging troubleshooting, and oil changes after conquering the brutal boreal highway.
- GP Bikes WhitbyWhitby, ON, CanadaFlagship motorcycle center on Highway 401 east of Toronto. Full factory BMW Motorrad and KTM Adventure master tech certification, massive rider gear selection (Klim, Dainese, Rev'It), and computerized wheel balancing.
- Goulet Moto Sainte-ThérèseSainte-Thérèse, QC, CanadaGateway to the Laurentian Mountain Ridge (QC-327) and Mont-Tremblant twisties. Specialized in high-mileage touring maintenance, tire balancing, brake rotor replacements, and cold-weather riding accessories.
- High Road Motorsports VancouverVancouver, BC, CanadaPremier BMW Motorrad and Ducati diagnostic center in Greater Vancouver. Essential GS-911 diagnostics, ADV tire swaps (TKC80/Anakee Wild), and pre-trip prep before riding the Sea-to-Sky Highway (BC-99) towards Whistler and the Duffy Lake Road.
- Moto Folie MontrealMontreal, QC, CanadaMajor metropolitan Montreal service hub right off Autoroute 20. Highly experienced technician crew for rapid metric tire changes, valve adjustments, and emergency roadside recovery across the Greater Montreal area.
- Moto Gaspésie / BRP New RichmondNew Richmond, QC, CanadaVital south-coast maritime oasis on the Baie des Chaleurs along the Tour de la Gaspésie (QC-132). Rapid puncture plugs, chain lubrication, brake bleeding, and tow assistance for riders negotiating the remote Gaspé loop.
- Northern Cycle Sault Ste. MarieSault Ste. Marie, ON, CanadaCrucial strategic choke point at the foot of the remote Lake Superior North Shore route on Highway 17. The last major full-service repair shop for 700+ km before Thunder Bay; mandatory tire wear check, chain replacement, and oil replenishment point.
- Performance NC Lévis / QuébecLévis, QC, CanadaKey technical center positioned before launching north into the steep 18% grades of Charlevoix's Route des Grands-Jardins (QC-381) and the Saguenay Fjord. Certified diagnostic readers and comprehensive adventure tire stock.
- Privateers Harley-DavidsonDartmouth, NS, CanadaAtlantic Canada's premier V-twin touring center. Comprehensive Harley-Davidson diagnostic suites, Dunlop American Elite touring tires in stock, heavy belt drive replacements, and long-haul luggage repairs.
- Pro CycleHalifax, NS, CanadaThe master multi-brand dealership and repair facility for Nova Scotia. Factory-trained master technicians for BMW Motorrad, Honda Africa Twin, and KTM 890/1290 Adventure. The number one destination for pre-Cabot Trail technical inspections.
- Rocky Mountain PowersportsRocky Mountain House, AB, CanadaKey staging hub at the eastern gateway of the legendary David Thompson Highway (AB-11) through Abraham Lake to Saskatchewan River Crossing. Emergency knobby tires, chain kits, and backcountry tow support.
- Sea to Sky PowersportsPemberton, BC, CanadaThe absolute last mechanical lifeline before crossing the remote Duffy Lake Road (BC-99) towards Lillooet and the BC interior. Stocks heavy-duty inner tubes, tire plug kits, chain lube, emergency synthetic fluids, and backcountry recovery gear.
- Two Wheel Motorsport GuelphGuelph, ON, CanadaOne of Ontario's largest multi-line powersports facilities with 10+ dedicated motorcycle lift bays. Stocking gigantic selections of touring tires, factory diagnostics for Japanese and European bikes, and quick same-day drive-in tire installs for touring travelers.
- Valley Moto Sport KamloopsKamloops, BC, CanadaVital central interior BC junction where Duffy Lake Road and Trans-Canada Hwy 1 meet. Excellent ADV suspension setup, off-road knobby inventory, and KTM diagnostic computers for riders tackling remote gravel connectors.
- Wheelsport OttawaOttawa, ON, CanadaNational Capital Region and Calabogie Highlands high-performance support hub. Renowned for suspension tuning, rally navigation setup, trackside support near Calabogie Motorsports Park, and technical dual-sport prep.
- BMW Motorrad Split (Tomić & Co. Split)Split, CroatiaDirectly located at the intersection of the A1 motorway and D1 Adriatic Highway feeder in the Dugopolje logistics zone overlooking Split. The primary rescue and support hub for riders riding the Dalmatian Coast or staging for ferries to Hvar, Brač, and Korčula. Fully certified BMW service center with instant tire replacement.
- Moto Mania ZagrebZagreb, CroatiaCroatia's largest independent motorcycle performance and tire center. Positioned on the eastern ring road of Zagreb, connecting Central Europe to the Balkans, Plitvice Lakes, and Greece. Offers immediate drive-in mounting from an inventory of over 1,000 motorcycle tires.
- BMW Motorrad Nice (Moto Sud 39)Nice, FranceThe official Mediterranean arrival and departure point for the Route des Grandes Alpes, Col de Turini, and Col de la Bonette (Europe's highest paved road loop at 2,802m). Offers full factory BMW diagnostic computers, genuine parts, rapid tire changes, and English-speaking service advisors.
- Dafy Moto Grenoble (Saint-Martin-d'Hères)Grenoble, FranceStrategic technical hub at the base of the Belledonne and Vercors massifs, and the launchpad for Col du Lautaret and Col du Galibier. Fully equipped Dafy workshop offering instant chain riveting, wheel balancing, brake bleeding, and tire swaps with zero prior appointment needed for trans-Alpine travelers.
- Moto Axxe AlbertvilleAlbertville, FrancePositioned right at the fork to the Tarentaise Valley heading toward Val d'Isère and the mighty Col de l'Iseran (2,770m) or Cormet de Roselend. Carries full range of sport-touring and adventure rubber with express service.
- Moto Axxe Annecy (Seynod)Annecy, FrancePremier northern staging point for riders embarking on the Route des Grandes Alpes from Lake Geneva. Massive Moto Axxe accessory superstore and full-service workshop with drive-in tire fitting for Michelin Road 6, Dunlop RoadSmart IV, and Pirelli Angel GT.
- Moto Expert PauPau, FranceThe western anchor of the Pyrenees chain, positioned perfectly for riders crossing between the Atlantic coast (Biarritz/San Sebastián) and the high mountain passes (Col du Somport, Col du Pourtalet). Fast tire swaps and comprehensive oil/brake service.
- Moto Pyrenees Tarbes (Dafy Moto Tarbes)Tarbes, FranceThe premier French Pyrenean expedition base located directly north of Col du Tourmalet, Col d'Aspin, and Col d'Aubisque. Provides same-day tire swaps, brake pad installation, and emergency mechanical overhauls for riders tackling the Trans-Pyrenean passes.
- Auto Ikaro BMW Motorrad BolzanoBolzano, ItalyPremier BMW Motorrad flagship gateway to the Dolomites and Passo dello Stelvio. Massive stock of Michelin Road 6, Metzeler Roadtec 02, and Pirelli Angel GT II. Fast-track emergency bay for trans-Alpine travelers experiencing drive-shaft, ESA suspension, or electronic issues. Multilingual staff fluent in German, Italian, and English.
- Bormio Moto Service (Stelvio Base Camp)Bormio, ItalyDirectly located at the southwestern base of the legendary Passo dello Stelvio (SS38) and the Passo di Gavia (SP29). Specializes in high-altitude brake fade overhauls, clutch disc swaps, and emergency tire patching. Offers express oil changes and carries spare levers, cables, high-temp fluid, and fresh Michelin/Pirelli tires for riders attacking the 82 hairpins.
- Dolomiti Moto Belluno (Moto Point Belluno)Belluno, ItalyEssential repair hub at the southern approach to the Dolomites and Passo Duran. Specializes in emergency chain and sprocket replacements, fork seal repairs from bumpy mountain tarmac, and carrying stock of tubeless and tube-type off-road/ADV tires.
- Moto Garage Cortina d'Ampezzo (Dolomiti Moto Service)Cortina d'Ampezzo, ItalyCritical tactical workshop nestled directly in the heart of the Ampezzo Dolomites beneath Passo Falzarego, Passo Giau, and Passo Tre Croci. Equipped with hydraulic bike lifts, computerized wheel balancing, and a flatbed mountain recovery van capable of retrieving stranded motorbikes from high mountain passes. Stocks Metzeler and Pirelli sport-touring tires with same-day mounting.
- Trento Moto Service (Motostile Trento)Trento, ItalyStrategically situated along the Brenner highway (A22) and SS12 corridor at the foot of Monte Bondone and the Brenta Dolomites. Dedicated quick-turnaround bay for touring motorbikes with electronic diagnostic scanners for Bosch and Marelli ECUs. Heavily stocked with Metzeler Tourance Next 2 and Pirelli Scorpion Trail III adventure rubber.
- Valchiavenna Moto Service (Maloja & Splügen Gateway)Chiavenna, ItalyLast major Italian repair shop before ascending the dizzying switchbacks of Splügenpass into Switzerland or Maloja Pass into St. Moritz. Master mechanic on duty equipped for emergency electrical fixes, roadside puncture recovery, and stocking 120/70-19 and 170/60-17 ADV tire sizes.
- BMW Motorrad León & Moto BajíoLeón, Guanajuato, MexicoColonial Bajío highlands central support post. Quick turnaround on brake flush, tire balancing, chain cleaning/replacement, and pre-ride diagnostics before climbing the cobblestone and high-altitude tunnels of Guanajuato.
- BMW Motorrad Mexico CityMexico City, Ciudad de México, MexicoFlagship BMW Motorrad factory dealer in the Mexican capital. Full GS Boxer engine teardowns, ESA dynamic suspension servicing, OEM replacement parts, emergency international warranty repairs, and GS-911 recoding.
- Baja Moto Service EnsenadaEnsenada, Baja California, MexicoLegendary Baja 1000 staging shop. Essential mousse and heavy-duty tube installation, rim truing, suspension re-valving, and tire mounting before plunging south into the 1,000-mile Transpeninsular Highway (MEX 1) and remote desert tracks.
- Cabo Powersports & Moto Cabo San LucasCabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, MexicoThe southern tip celebration and complete motorcycle overhaul center at the terminus of MEX 1. Provides full post-Baja tear-downs, air filter cleanouts, oil flushing, chain and sprocket overhauls, and shipping crate staging for northbound flights.
- Honda Motos QuerétaroQuerétaro, Querétaro, MexicoGateway to the intoxicating twisties of MEX 120 through the Sierra Gorda Biosphere Reserve and Jalpan de Serra. Factory Honda diagnostic equipment, Africa Twin & Transalp parts in stock, and high-traction sport-touring rubber.
- Mazatlán Moto ServiceMazatlán, Sinaloa, MexicoThe western Pacific terminus of the Devil's Backbone highway and mainland Baja Ferry arrival port. Excellent brake rotor cooling inspection, marine corrosion washdown, tire patching, and emergency chain replacement.
- Moto Auxilio San IgnacioSan Ignacio, Baja California Sur, MexicoCritical midpoint desert oasis recovery point between Guerrero Negro and Santa Rosalía. Master vulcanized tire patch service, tube replacements, welding broken pannier racks, and auxiliary fuel supply support.
- Moto Baja TecateTecate, Baja California, MexicoImmediate northern entry border staging hub at the top of MEX 3 (Ruta del Vino). Quick electrical troubleshooting, border crossing shakedown check, carb/fuel injector clearing, and puncture repair before heading into the Sierra de Juárez.
- Moto City DurangoDurango, Durango, MexicoThe eastern mountain staging base before riding the spine-tingling Espinazo del Diablo (MEX 40 Libre / 40D). Provides high-performance brake pad replacements, sport/touring tire changes, and suspension tightening.
- Moto Plaza Chihuahua / BMW MotorradChihuahua, Chihuahua, MexicoThe ultimate staging base for descending into Copper Canyon (Barrancas del Cobre), Creel, and Batopilas. Master computerized diagnostics, robust dual-sport tire selections (Motoz, Continental TKC80), and engine bash guard repairs.
- Moto Puerto EscondidoPuerto Escondido, Oaxaca, MexicoPacific coast surf and recovery lifeline after the grueling mountain switchbacks of MEX 175 and MEX 131. Emergency tube repairs, bent rim restoration, sand-contaminated chain cleaning, and oil changes in high-humidity tropical conditions.
- Taller Moto CreelCreel, Chihuahua, MexicoHigh-altitude mountain bastion at 7,700 ft in the Sierra Tarahumara. Master trailside tube vulcanization, rim straightening, lever replacements, and clutch cable replacements for riders tackling the steep dirt descent to Batopilas.
- Taller Moto La PazLa Paz, Baja California Sur, MexicoCrucial strategic hub for overland riders taking the Baja Ferries crossing to Mazatlán or Topolobampo. Stocks street and dual-sport tires, battery replacements, and tie-down strap kits for securing motorcycles on ferry car decks.
- Taller Moto OaxacaOaxaca, Oaxaca, MexicoStrategic base before conquering MEX 175 over the 9,800-foot Sierra Madre del Sur pass to the Pacific coast. Expert mountain brake pad upgrades, chain adjustments, suspension dampening tuning, and altitude carburetion adjustments.
- Taller Moto San CristóbalSan Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, MexicoThe critical Pan-American Highway southern staging gateway before the Guatemala border crossing at La Mesilla. Final electrical inspection, robust tubeless plugging, pannier frame reinforcement, and international border paperwork advice.
- Arctic Moto TromsøTromsø, NorwayThe northernmost major motorcycle technical rescue center in the world at 69° North. The vital safety line for expeditions conquering Nordkapp (North Cape) and the Lofoten Islands. Carries tough Heidenau K60 Scout, Mitas E-07+, and Continental TKC80 tires, plus heavy-weight synthetic oils.
- MC OsloOslo, NorwayNorway's capital mega-center, right along the E6 arterial. Equipped with ten hydraulic service bays, factory diagnostic terminals, and certified master mechanics. Provides rapid tire replacement, ABS fault diagnostics, and express maintenance for round-Scandinavia riders.
- Ride BergenBergen, NorwaySituated in Bergen, the gateway to the Norwegian fjords and Sognefjellet pass. Specializes in wet-weather brake maintenance, waterproof electrical system troubleshooting, chain and sprocket kits, and fitting dual-compound rain-optimized tires.
- Ride TrondheimTrondheim, NorwayThe critical crossroads where western fjord routes (Atlantic Ocean Road, Trollstigen) merge with the E6 Arctic Highway heading north toward the Arctic Circle. Highly experienced in setting up bikes for cold Scandinavian conditions, heated gear wiring, and mounting tough tubeless radial tires.
- Speed Motorcenter SandefjordSandefjord, NorwayNorway's undisputed premier motorcycle dealership. Situated 15 minutes from the Larvik ferry terminal (arriving from Denmark) and Torp Airport. Mandatory first pit-stop for European riders entering Norway. Stocked with hundreds of Michelin, Metzeler, and Heidenau adventure tires ready for immediate mounting.
- Moto Garage Brașov (Transfăgărășan Gateway)Brașov, RomaniaThe tactical operational base for riders embarking on the Transfăgărășan and Transalpina passes through the Southern Carpathian Mountains. Offers aluminum TIG welding for cracked sumps and panniers, spoke wheel truing, suspension re-valving, and 50/50 dual-sport tire stock.
- Moto Garage Sibiu (Transalpina Northern Base)Sibiu, RomaniaLocated in Sibiu, the world-famous home of Red Bull Romaniacs hard enduro and the northern gateway to both Transfăgărășan and Transalpina. Unrivaled expertise in rugged adventure bike repair, bent rim recovery, clutch replacements, and tire swaps.
- Avtoval BMW Motorrad Grosuplje (Ljubljana Gateway)Grosuplje, SloveniaAuthorized BMW Motorrad facility located right off the A2 motorway just south of Ljubljana. Direct gateway to Slovenia's Julian Alps, Triglav National Park, Vršič Pass, and the Adriatic coast. Full factory diagnostics, spare parts, and fast tire fitting.
- Motomarket BarcelonaBarcelona, SpainMajor metropolitan motorcycle specialist hub in central Barcelona near coastal ring roads and ferry docks connecting the Balearic Islands and Italy. Exceptional tire stocks for Mediterranean heat, chain kits, brake upgrades, and rapid-turnaround touring tune-ups.
- Garage Moto Andermatt (Gotthard Alpine Hub)Andermatt, SwitzerlandThe ultimate nerve center of the Swiss Alps, positioned dead center at the intersection of Furka, Grimsel, Susten, Gotthard, and Oberalp passes. Specializes in emergency mountain rescue, snapped clutch cables, dead batteries from sub-freezing pass nights, and roadside puncture repairs. Stocks common Michelin and Continental sport-touring tires.
- Hostettler Moto AG LucerneEschenbach, SwitzerlandConveniently located just north of Lake Lucerne along the direct transit route toward the Saint-Gotthard axis. Expert technicians handle all high-end tourers and dual-sports with rapid brake, tire, and suspension tuning before crossing into high alpine terrain.
- Hostettler Moto AG ZurichVolketswil, SwitzerlandHostettler's flagship center for greater Zurich. Features a huge modern workshop with express bays for traveling riders needing quick tire mounting, chain adjustments, oil changes, or electrical troubleshooting. Stocks premium gear, GPS mounts, and official replacement parts.
- Moto Center ThunThun, SwitzerlandPositioned at the gate of the Bernese Oberland and Lake Thun, this premier center serves riders embarking on the Grimsel and Jaunpass circuits. Provides rapid tire balancing, brake rotor inspections, and comprehensive diagnostic scans.
- Moto Mader OberentfeldenOberentfelden, SwitzerlandOne of Switzerland's largest and most famous motorcycle dealerships and service centers. Features an enormous certified workshop, state-of-the-art BMW/KTM diagnostic equipment, and an expansive tire warehouse with immediate drive-in mounting. The ultimate expedition preparation center before tackling the high passes.
- Valais Moto Service SionSion, SwitzerlandCrucial strategic facility in the lower Valais valley serving riders routing across the Grand Saint-Bernard Pass into Italy or Col de la Forclaz into Chamonix. Exceptional stock of dual-sport adventure rubber and emergency radiator/hose repair kits.
- Allan Jefferies BMW Motorrad YorkshireShipley, United KingdomDating back to 1901, Allan Jefferies is one of the world's oldest and most prestigious BMW dealerships. The premier northern England service destination for riders exploring the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, and Lake District. Offers factory warranty repairs, immediate tire replacements, and loaner bikes.
- Bridge Motorcycles ExeterExeter, United KingdomMassive state-of-the-art multi-franchise facility in Devon serving riders exploring Dartmoor, Exmoor, and the Atlantic Highway (A39) down to Land's End. Full tire service with computerized balancing and fast-lane maintenance.
- Highland Motorcycle Holidays & Workshop (Fort William)Fort William, United KingdomLocated beneath Ben Nevis on the A82 corridor between Loch Lomond, Glencoe, and the Isle of Skye. The only dedicated motorcycle repair workshop on the West Highland coast, providing emergency puncture plugs, welded exhaust repairs, and chain lubrication stations.
- Inverness Motorcycle Service (IMS)Inverness, United KingdomThe renowned life-support system of the North Coast 500. Specializes in emergency roadside recovery across the remote Scottish Highlands (Bealach na Bà, Durness, John o' Groats). Carries massive stock of adventure tires (Michelin Anakee Adventure, Continental TKC70/80, Metzeler Karoo) and offers same-day turnaround.
- Mitchell's Motorcycles InvernessInverness, United KingdomLongstanding family-run Highland dealership right on the Longman estate. Master mechanics handle sudden electrical failures caused by Scottish rain, chain stretch on heavy tourers, and urgent tire changes before starting the rugged NC500 loop.
- Thunder Road Motorcycles BridgendBridgend, United KingdomOne of the premier multi-franchise dealerships in Wales. Staging base for the Black Mountain Pass (A4069), Brecon Beacons, and Snowdonia. Massive showroom, Dainese/Alpinestars pro shop, and quick-service tire bays stocking premium wet-weather sports-touring compounds.
- Action Multi-Sports (Yamaha Honda)Vineland, United StatesClosest major metric dealership to New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP) and Cape May touring corridors. Race-proven rapid tire mounting, brake refreshes, and OEM Japanese bike repairs.
- Alamo City PowersportsUniversal City, United StatesStrategic staging facility northeast of San Antonio on I-35 corridor before heading west into the Three Sisters (Ranch Roads 335, 336, 337). Quick tire swaps and heat-stress cooling service.
- Apex SportsColorado Springs, United StatesLong-standing family-owned dealership serving Colorado riders since 1960. Renowned for KTM Adventure setup, WP suspension servicing, and deep technical knowledge of Rocky Mountain pass routes.
- Beartooth Harley-DavidsonBillings, United StatesNorthern gateway hub to US-212 Beartooth Pass and Red Lodge. Highly experienced touring tech staff providing rapid tire replacements and electrical diagnostics for cross-country riders.
- Big Sky MotorsportsMissoula, United StatesCrucial touring station before tackling Lolo Pass (US-12) or the Continental Divide. World-class BMW/KTM master techs, valve adjustment experts, and ADV wheel truing/tire mounting.
- Black Hills Harley-DavidsonRapid City, United StatesLegendary 100,000+ sq ft campus at I-90 Exit 55. Houses an army of certified master technicians, 20+ service bays, and the largest motorcycle tire inventory in the upper Midwest.
- Central Maine PowersportsLewiston, United StatesPrimary central Maine powersports dealership serving riders heading north to Moosehead Lake, Baxter State Park, and the Gaspe Peninsula. Big stock of touring tires and emergency wear parts.
- Destination CycleKerrville, United StatesRight in Kerrville at the official jumping-off point for the world-famous Texas Twisted Sisters. Stocks massive inventories of sport-touring tires specifically for riders carving Hill Country canyon sweepers.
- Dual Sport TouringFriendsville, United StatesDedicated independent touring workshop specifically catering to long-distance ADV and trans-continental riders. Exceptional stock of Heidenau K60, Mitas, and Continental TKC80 tires plus Touratech/SW-Motech gear.
- Durango Harley-Davidson & Handlebar PowersportsDurango, United StatesSouthern terminus of US-550 (Million Dollar Highway) and the San Juan Skyway. Keeps high inventory of touring rubber ready for riders tackling Red Mountain, Molas, and Coal Bank passes.
- Eurosport AshevilleAsheville, United StatesThe premier haven for European adventure-touring and sport-touring riders on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Official BMW Motorrad and KTM factory diagnostic computers, valve adjustments, and ADV tire mounting.
- Fay Myers Motorcycle WorldGreenwood Village, United StatesOne of the largest powersports facilities in the Mountain West. Essential high-altitude staging depot for Continental Divide passes (Loveland, Independence, Trail Ridge). Massive stock of touring and ADV tires.
- GP MotorcyclesSan Diego, United StatesLegendary Southern California dealer and the top Baja Peninsula expedition staging hub. Expert factory-trained techs for European machines and high-speed road tourers.
- Grand Junction Harley-DavidsonGrand Junction, United StatesCritical Western Slope lifeline on I-70 between Denver and Salt Lake City. Priority service intake for cross-country riders crossing the Rockies or heading southwest toward Utah canyonlands.
- Grand Valley PowersportsGrand Junction, United StatesFull-service metric powerhouse serving the Grand Mesa and Colorado National Monument. Fast turnaround on chains, sprockets, cables, and puncture repairs for touring riders.
- Humboldt MotorsportsEureka, United StatesVital northern California outpost sitting right at the junction of US-101 Redwood Highway and California Route 36 (140 miles of non-stop curves). Stocks heavy-duty tires and emergency spares for stranded riders.
- Kent Powersports of AustinKyle, United StatesState-of-the-art facility along the Austin-San Antonio corridor. Certified Gold Wing and KTM ADV techs, extensive tire inventory, and same-day express maintenance.
- MAX BMW MotorcyclesNorth Hampton, United StatesOne of the most famous BMW Motorrad centers in North America. Renowned for accommodating touring riders with immediate same-day ride-in tire changes, roadside rescue, and complete BMW diagnostics.
- Moab Powersports & RedLine RepairMoab, United StatesThe desert savior in the heart of canyon country. Carries heavy-duty ADV tubes, bib mousses, tire plug stations, and handles emergency desert overheating and rim repairs.
- MotoSport HillsboroHillsboro, United StatesWestern gateway to the Oregon Coast Range (OR-6 / OR-26 to Cannon Beach and Tillamook). Huge parts and tire stock with ride-in tire change bays for long-haul tourers.
- Motorcycle MallBelleville, United StatesThe largest multi-franchise powersports dealership in the NY/NJ metro area. Massive service center with over 20 bays, computerized tire changers, and immediate parts sourcing.
- Mountain Motorsports BufordBuford, United StatesMassive regional powersports supercenter guarding the southern launch into the North Georgia mountain loops (GA-60, Blood Mountain, Suches). Extensive inventory of touring luggage, rain gear, and tires.
- Pro Caliber Motorsports VancouverVancouver, United StatesMassive regional hub right across the Columbia River from Portland. Exceptional tire selection for Pacific Coast Highway (US-101) and Mount St. Helens/Rainier routes.
- Profile PowersportsConway, United StatesSituated right at the eastern terminus of the legendary Kancamagus Highway (NH-112) and Route 16 to Mount Washington. The go-to emergency tire and chain shop for White Mountain tourers.
- RideNow Powersports PeoriaPeoria, United StatesMassive Valley of the Sun dealership complex. Operates over 25 service bays with computerized high-speed wheel balancers and massive tire racks for quick same-day turnaround.
- RideNow Powersports TucsonTucson, United StatesPrimary southern Arizona hub for Mt. Lemmon and Coronado Trail (US-191) tours. Factory diagnostics for BMW and Japanese touring rigs, plus extensive desert-ready tire stock.
- Rocky Mountain Cycle PlazaColorado Springs, United StatesCentrally positioned below Pikes Peak and Highway 24. Expert at fast wheel balancing, emergency tire swaps, and brake system refreshes for riders climbing into high-elevation passes.
- Ronnie's Cycle SalesPittsfield, United StatesHistoric Berkshire powerhouse operating since 1956. Essential stop for riders tackling the Mohawk Trail (Route 2) or Route 7, with full Harley and metric certified service technicians.
- San Jose BMWSan Jose, United StatesHistoric BMW Motorrad dealership with deep Iron Butt and endurance touring heritage. Renowned technical competence on boxer twins and K-series touring machines.
- Santa Fe Harley-DavidsonSanta Fe, United StatesKey service post for the Enchanted Circle and Turquoise Trail scenic loops. Fast turnaround for cross-country Harley touring bikes experiencing high desert tire wear or altitude issues.
- Santa Fe Motor SportsSanta Fe, United StatesCertified Honda, Yamaha, and KTM factory service department. Essential stop for riders on the New Mexico BDR (NMBDR) or touring the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
- Shenandoah HondaWinchester, United StatesTop-rated Gold Wing and Africa Twin certified dealership at the northern gateway to Skyline Drive and Shenandoah National Park. High stock of Honda OEM parts, fluids, and premium touring tires.
- Sierra BMW MotorcycleSparks, United StatesThe gateway to Lake Tahoe, Donner Pass, Tioga Pass, and Sonora Pass. Known across the West for fast turnaround on BMW touring bikes and extensive inventory of OEM accessories.
- Smoky Mountain Harley-DavidsonMaryville, United StatesThe flagship dealership staging the Tail of the Dragon and Cherohala Skyway. Features dedicated express touring service bays for cross-country riders requiring immediate tire, belt, or brake service.
- South Sound MotorcyclesFife, United StatesStrategic staging shop south of Seattle for Mount Rainier loop and Olympic Peninsula (US-101) tours. First-class BMW diagnostic tools and adventure tire stocks.
- St. George PowersportsSt. George, United StatesGateway service station for Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, and the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Specializes in cooling system flushes for extreme summer desert temperatures.
- Sturgis MotorsportsSturgis, United StatesPremier non-Harley powerhouse in Sturgis on Lazelle St. Official BMW Motorrad and KTM certified service center stocking European diagnostic tools and ADV touring tires for Black Hills and Badlands tours.
- Teton PowersportsIdaho Falls, United StatesDirect access point serving Teton Pass and Yellowstone West Entrance. Carries large stock of Bridgestone Battlax, Dunlop Trailmax Mission, and Michelin Road 6 tires.
- Twigg CyclesHagerstown, United StatesMajor crossroads dealership at the juncture of I-81 and I-70, minutes from the Blue Ridge summit and historic Antietam. Fast ride-in tire mounting and complete multi-brand diagnostics.
- Waynesville Cycle CenterWaynesville, United StatesPremier Blue Ridge Parkway and Great Smoky Mountains powersports hub at Exit 102 off US-19/23. Dyno tuning, comprehensive touring tire inventory, and certified master techs for Japanese and European bikes.
- Wheeler's PerformanceRobbinsville, United StatesThe legendary Tail of the Dragon tire lifesaver located directly on US-129. Stocks extensive sport, touring, and ADV rubber with walk-in ride-in wheel-off mounting, spin balancing, and brake pad swaps.
- Wytheville PowersportsWytheville, United StatesStrategic mountain intersection point where I-81, I-77, and the Back of the Dragon (VA-16) converge. Fast tire mounting, chain/sprocket replacements, and fluid servicing for long-haul tourers.
- Yellowstone PowersportsCody, United StatesThe eastern gateway to Yellowstone and Chief Joseph Scenic Byway / Beartooth Highway. Specializes in emergency repairs, high-altitude EFI tuning, and heavy touring tire replacements.
Rider-friendly stops
Lodges, diners and meeting points named by riders in the videos we mined for road research - not advertisements, and nobody paid to be here.
- Back of the Dragon Welcome Center & Tazewell BreweryTazewell, VAA world-class, purpose-built motorcycle welcome center marking the northern terminus of VA-16 ('Back of the Dragon' - 32 miles and 438 curves over 3 mountain passes). Exudes celebration and triumph as riders gather on the turf courtyard to compare chicken strips and sip craft pints around fire pits.
- Bourbon Street Grille & Historic Gold Rush SquareDahlonega, GAHistoric 1830s gold rush capital framed by red-brick sidewalks and antebellum architecture. Serves as the southern gateway launching pad for GA-60 and Blood Mountain. Riders gather on the shaded balcony of Bourbon Street Grille to swap tales while watching a steady parade of touring rigs circle the historic square.
- Cape Charles Brewing Company & Historic HarborCape Charles, VAEnchanting 1880s railroad and steamship ferry port on Virginia's quiet Eastern Shore. Brick-paved avenues, Victorian cottages, and calm bayside beaches where the sun sets across the Chesapeake Bay. Cape Charles Brewing is family-run, ultra rider-friendly, and rooted in maritime history.
- Cedar Rapids Bar & Grill & Roebling's Delaware AqueductBarryville, NYThe essential motorcyclist oasis along the Upper Delaware River Byway. Perched right on the water near John Roebling’s historic 1848 Delaware Aqueduct suspension bridge. A lively, scenic riverside roadhouse alive with classic rock, barbecue smoke, and lines of gleaming bikes.
- Dale's General StoreSuches, GAThe vital Appalachian crossroad pit stop sitting at the pivotal junction of GA-60 and GA-180 (Wolf Pen Gap). Half old-time mountain general store and half high-altitude tactical staging post where riders pull over to check radar, drop tire pressures, and hydrate before tackling the switchbacks.
- Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort & The Tree of ShameRobbinsville, NCThe undisputed epicenter of motorcycle culture in the eastern United States, sitting at Mile 0 of the Tail of the Dragon (US-129). An electric, adrenaline-fueled carnival of sportbikes, adventure tourers, and interstate cruisers. Smells of warm tire rubber, two-stroke exhaust, and hickory smoke.
- Golden Eagle Restaurant at Mohawk Trail Hairpin TurnNorth Adams, MAPerched dramatically on the cliffside apex of MA-2's legendary Mohawk Trail hairpin turn. Offers a stupendous 3-state panoramic view stretching into Vermont and New York. The roar of motorcycles accelerating out of the switchback provides the constant soundtrack to a classic Berkshire meal.
- Harpers Ferry Historic Lower Town ConfluenceHarpers Ferry, WVDramatic 19th-century mountain water gap where the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers roar together through towering slate cliffs. A timeless historic enclave filled with Civil War lore, John Brown's fort, and red-brick armory buildings nestled in the shadow of Maryland Heights.
- Hatteras Landing & Graveyard of the AtlanticHatteras, NCThe windswept southern tip of Hatteras Island where the Atlantic Ocean and Diamond Shoals converge. Home to the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum, documenting thousands of Outer Banks shipwrecks, Civil War naval raids, and German U-boat torpedo battles during WWII.
- Historic Beaufort Pirate Waterfront & Clawson's 1905Beaufort, NCNorth Carolina's third-oldest town (chartered 1709) and infamous haunt of Blackbeard the pirate. Front Street is lined with 18th-century pastel cottages and centuries-old live oaks overlooking Taylor's Creek, where wild horses graze freely across the water on Rachel Carson Reserve.
- Historic Tapoco Lodge & River TavernRobbinsville, NCLegendary 1930s Alcoa stone lodge perched right on the raging rapids of the Cheoah River, 5 miles south of the Tail of the Dragon. High-end rider hospitality with roaring river vistas, stone hearths, and an upscale evening tavern where motorcyclists toast surviving 318 curves.
- Howard's Pub & Raw Bar RestaurantOcracoke Island, NCThe legendary coastal sanctuary of Ocracoke Island since 1991. Accessible only by vehicle ferry, Ocracoke features zero stoplights, roaming feral ponies, and pirate lore tied to Blackbeard's last stand. Howard's Pub is adorned with collegiate pennants and license plates, buzzing with riders celebrating the open-water ferry passage.
- Island Creamery & Historic ChincoteagueChincoteague, VALaid-back Virginia barrier island fishing community famous for Marguerite Henry's wild Chincoteague ponies and salt marsh tidal estuaries. Island Creamery has been ranked the #1 ice cream shop in America, making small-batch ice cream daily from local Lancaster County dairy cows.
- Joey's Pancake HouseMaggie Valley, NCThe premier breakfast landmark of the Great Smokies since 1966. A buzzing, high-tempo breakfast hall packed with motorcyclists fueling up before carving Soco Gap and Heintooga Ridge. The air is rich with sweet griddled batter, sizzling applewood bacon, and joyful ride chatter.
- Jordan Pond HouseBar Harbor, MEA storied Acadia National Park tradition dating back to the 1890s. Sitting on the gentle lawn overlooking the crystal-clear glacial waters of Jordan Pond, framed symmetrically by the twin glacial peaks of the North and South Bubbles mountains.
- Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery & Historic LititzLititz, PAConsistently voted 'America's Coolest Small Town,' Lititz combines 18th-century stone Moravian architecture with living Pennsylvania Dutch heritage. Home to the 1861 Julius Sturgis Bakery, America's very first commercial pretzel bakery, still baking hard and soft pretzels in original stone hearths.
- Lynn's Place & Historic Robbinsville SquareRobbinsville, NCBeloved, unvarnished Appalachian country diner on Robbinsville's historic courthouse square. The antidote to tourist traps, where locals, loggers, and road-weary motorcyclists mingle over steaming plates of comfort food. Warm mountain hospitality that treats two-wheeled travelers like family.
- Shady Valley Country Store (The Snake 421)Shady Valley, TNThe beating heart and tactical checkpoint of 'The Snake' (US-421: 489 curves across 3 mountain ranges in 33 miles). Nestled in an idyllic high mountain bowl, the store is a weekend gathering spectacle of sport tourers, adventure riders, and cruisers resting after surviving the steep Holston Mountain switchbacks.
- Suds Pub & Historic Bethel Mountain VillageBethel, MEQuintessential New England mountain village with wide historic commons, white clapboard church steeples, and 19th-century inns. Located in the brick basement of the Bethel Inn, Suds Pub is a subterranean, wood-paneled watering hole beloved by riders carving the Mahoosuc Mountains.
- Switzerland Inn & Diamondback Motorcycle LodgeLittle Switzerland, NCSwiss-Alpine mountaintop resort perched at Milepost 334 on the crest of the Blue Ridge Parkway at 3,500 feet elevation. Features custom-designed rider accommodations with covered bike stalls right outside your door, offering dramatic vistas into the deep Catawba Valley.
- T.W. Graham & Co. Seafood & Historic McClellanvilleMcClellanville, SCAn authentic, unspoiled 19th-century Lowcountry fishing hamlet nestled deep inside the Francis Marion National Forest on Jeremy Creek. Home to South Carolina's premier working shrimp fleet, completely untouched by mass tourism. T.W. Graham is an authentic former general store turned seafood sanctuary.
- The Clam ShackKennebunkport, MEIconic, weathered saltwater shanty perched on the bridge over the Kennebunk River since 1968. Universally celebrated by food critics for crafting Maine's gold standard lobster roll: fresh-shucked claw and knuckle meat served on a toasted round bakery bun drizzled with clarified butter.
- The General Francis Marion HotelMarion, VAElegantly restored 1920s grand boutique hotel hailed as one of Virginia's historic treasures. Boasting original terrazzo floors, rich mahogany woodwork, and warm Appalachian hospitality. The quintessential southern basecamp for conquering the Back of the Dragon and relaxing in high-society vintage comfort.
- The Lobster House & Historic Cape May DocksCape May, NJSet directly on Cape May's bustling commercial fishing harbor, adjacent to America's oldest seaside resort famed for its pastel Victorian 'gingerbread' cottages. The Lobster House overlooks its own fleet of commercial scallopers and trawlers unloading fresh catches.
- The Provision CompanySouthport, NCAn unpretentious open-air dockside shack on Southport's historic Yacht Basin where the Cape Fear River merges with the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. Sit at weathered wooden picnic tables watching shrimp boats, pelicans, and sailboats glide past in the maritime breeze.
- The Waterfront Restaurant & Camden Windjammer HarborCamden, MEWhere the mountains meet the sea. Camden’s picture-postcard harbor is framed by historic tall-ship wooden windjammers, salty Atlantic breezes, and manicured 19th-century coastal estates. An idyllic, romantic coastal stop for Dean and Yareliz on their tandem discovery tour.
- Thurston's Lobster PoundSouthwest Harbor, MEA legendary two-story screened lobster pound built on stilts directly over the working waters of Bass Harbor on the untamed southwestern tip of Mount Desert Island. Lobstermen pull up to the dock below to unload the day's catch while you dine over the tidal waters.
- Two Wheels of Suches (TWoS)Suches, GAThe holy ground of Southeast sport touring, nestled off GA-60 in the Chattahoochee National Forest. An exclusively two-wheeled sanctuary where evening campfires buzz with tire pressure debates, apex line critiques on Wolf Pen Gap, and warm camaraderie among long-haul Gold Wing tourers and dual-sport explorers.
- Wheels Through Time Motorcycle MuseumMaggie Valley, NC'The Museum That Runs'—world-renowned living shrine housing over 375 ultra-rare historic American motorcycles (Harley-Davidson, Indian, Flying Merkel, Crocker, Henderson). Curated by the late Dale Walksler, docents routinely fire up century-old board track racers right on the museum floor, filling the timber hall with raw horsepower and castor oil.
- Woodstock Inn BreweryNorth Woodstock, NHThe premier motorcycle social hub of the White Mountains, situated at the western entrance to the Kancamagus Highway. A sprawling former 1890s railroad depot converted into an energetic 37-barrel craft brewery, buzzing with touring and dual-sport riders coming off Franconia Notch.
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