Motorcycle tours & off-road training
through the Sierra Nevada and beyond.
Multi-day adventures through the Sierra Nevada, BDR routes, and Northern California's most remote terrain.
Build real off-road confidence. Expert coaching from beginner fundamentals to advanced techniques.
Backroad Motorcycle Adventures was founded by riders, for riders. With decades of experience racing, riding, and mentoring — Joe and Tom bring unparalleled knowledge to every ride and training session in Northern California and the Sierras.
We're not a tour factory. Every ride is a small-group, personally-guided experience through terrain we've ridden hundreds of times.
Curvy backroads and off-road routes — a great single day adventure.
Browse All Rides →Foundational and technical skills for any terrain.
Learn More →Take your off-road skills to the next level — ruts, hills, and more.
Learn More →Multi-day BDR adventure — 500+ miles of epic riding.
Learn More →Epic 2-day ride through the Eastern Sierra to natural hot springs.
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One-day loops and multi-day point-to-point BDR adventures. Local expertise means you ride the best of each section — and sleep in your own bed.
Explore BDR RidesWhether you're looking for your first off-road experience or a multi-day backcountry adventure — we've got you covered.