RIDER MAGAZINE – Motorcycles | Sports & Recreation

The ride from Port Royal to Adams includes a mix of woods and fields, with barns and farmhouses dotting the countryside – a common theme for this Tennessee motorcycle loop. (Photos by the author) Clarksville, also known as Queen City, sits along the Cumberland River in Tennessee about 50 miles northwest of Nashville. Lifelong residents mingle with newcomers from the university and Army post, resulting in a mix of backgrounds that continues to breathe new life into this historic tobacco-trading town. It’s that combination of old and new, charm and creativity, that makes it unique.  Click here to view the route on REVER This Tennessee motorcycle loop starts and ends at Clarksville’s Liberty Park, a great place to watch boats go into the marina or warm up on the walking trails. From the park, I headed east out of the city on State Route 76. For those… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.

West Ridgecrest Boulevard follows the rolling contours of the Bolinas Ridge in western Marin County. (Photo by Kevin Wing) California is known for excellent motorcycle roads. But even in such a target-rich environment, there are special areas that offer a mind-boggling blend of scenery, curves, and variety. The best motorcycle roads in Marin County, California, which occupies a large peninsula north of San Francisco, are some of the best in the state. See all of Rider‘s California motorcycle tour features View of the Golden Gate Bridge near Moore Road Pier, which is the starting point for this ride. (Photo by Greg Drevenstedt) This 140-mile paved route begins at the southern tip of the Marin County peninsula, which is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Near the northern end of the Golden Gate Bridge is the Moore Road Pier, a perfect location to capture a selfie or… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.

Young and travel-hungry: My early days at Rider Magazine taught me that on the right motorcycle there are no limits. The following story is excerpted from 50th Anniversary Gold Wing, a book released this year by American Honda. It will be provided as a gift to customers who purchase a 2025 50th Anniversary Edition Gold Wing and will be available online and through Honda powersports dealers. What is a motorcycle, if not a companion? You can love a car, sure, but do you ever feel a part of it? On a motorcycle, your physical connection is not unlike what a rider feels on a horse. Your slightest movement impacts the machine, your line of sight guides it. As shared adventures accumulate, that connection can only deepen into something even more profound. A bond. Ask me about Honda’s Gold Wing and I’ll tell you the model has been a… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.

Do your part to support the families of fallen military service members and first responders through the Folds of Honor national charity ride in partnership with Indian Motorcycle. For the second year, Indian is joining Folds of Honor in its effort to raise funds to support these families with a ride on Sept. 20, 2025. Riders can register for this charity ride at their local Indian Motorcycle dealership. Those who participate will be eligible to win a new Indian Sport Chief RT for the top fundraiser, with additional product and prizes offered for various levels of donations. The runner-up will get an all-expenses-paid trip to attend the auction. Related: 2025 Indian Chieftain PowerPlus and Sport Chief RT Preview  Indian Motorcycle has set a goal to raise $250,000 for Folds of Honor, more than double the $114,000 amount raised during the 2024 event. “The incredible response from our riders… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.

Indian Rider Fest’s new venue offers gorgeous views of Lipno Lake. Indian Riders Fest, the largest summer event for Indian motorcycle riders, is set to be bigger and better than ever for its fifth anniversary, taking place June 19-22, 2025 in the Czech Republic. The event’s relocation to a new venue promises beautiful scenery, excellent riding opportunities, and plenty of space for the event’s activities and shows. The new venue is located on the shores of the Czech Republic’s largest lake near Lipno nad Vltavou, a ski and summer resort. Indian Riders Fest began in 2019, growing in popularity since, with the 2024 iteration drawing in 3,750 attendees from 39 countries. The theme for the 2025 edition is “On the Road Again.” Attendees can expect to enjoy stunning riding with a selection of 10 curated rides, allowing attendees to explore the South Bohemian forest and… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.