Top 6 Motorcycle Ride Stories: Breakdowns, Detours & Bad Decisions – Part 1 – Episode 061

30/03/2025 20 min Episodio 61
Top 6 Motorcycle Ride Stories: Breakdowns, Detours & Bad Decisions – Part 1 – Episode 061

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Top 6 Motorcycle Ride Stories: Breakdowns, Detours & Bad Decisions – Part 1These are the stories we still talk about. In Part 1 of our Top 6 Ride Stories, we share the wild, weird, and unforgettable motorcycle adventures that went off course—sometimes literally. From breakdowns in the rain to navigating terrifying mountain roads at night, these are the stories that started with bad decisions… and ended with great memories.In this episode:Teaser: “Some rides test your skills—others test your ability to ignore bad decisions.”Bottom Line: The best motorcycle stories come from the rides that almost didn’t happen.Mile Marker: Riding the Devil’s Triangle in the dark, asking for directions in the wrong state, and chasing a Moon Burger in a storm.Toolkit: Gear and habits that kept us (mostly) rolling through the chaos.Links Mentioned in This Episode:Podcast Home: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/podcastBMR Rider Alert Sign-Up: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/rideralertToolkit – Gear from This Episode:Emergency Motorcycle Toolkit – Small roll-up kit, metric or Harley-specific - https://amzn.to/4huycywReal Motorcycle GPS – e.g., Garmin Zumo (for areas without cell signal, rain-friendly, glove-compatible) - https://amzn.to/4huycywSmall Cooler – For ice/cold drinks on hot rides - https://amzn.to/4huycywTrip Notebook – To remember routes, names, inside jokes, and traditions - https://amzn.to/4huycywFirmware Updates (Early!) – Reminder to update headsets, bikes, phones in advance (not night before)📢 Affiliate Disclaimer: Some links above are affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you purchase—at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting the podcast!Connect with Us:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BestMotorcycleRoadsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorcycleroadsandtripsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bestmotorcycleroadsWant to Sponsor the Show?Reach out here: https://bestmotorcycleroads.com/contactQuestion for the Riders:What’s the craziest thing that ever happened to you on a ride? Share it in the comments—we might feature it next time!⏰ Timecodes:0:00 Teaser & Setup2:00 The Gold Wing That Hated Rain9:00 Riding the Devil’s Triangle at Night15:00 Lost in Tennessee & Todd’s Unforgettable Sunburn21:00 The Secret T-Shirts That Started a Tradition23:00 Toolkit: Ride-Ready Gear That Saved Us

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