While Arizona is a relatively young state, its rich military history dates back much further, as does Tim’s family legacy. Geronimo Pass is on State Route 73 between Fort Apache and U.S. Route 60. (Photos by the author) Arizona was added as the last of the contiguous American states in 1912. While “State 48” is relatively young, its military history predates its statehood, and so does my family’s Arizona roots. Three of the state’s historically significant forts are linked by some of the best motorcycling roads in the Southwest. This Arizona motorcycle ride is a personal favorite not only because of its great riding and military history, but also because each fort and its surrounding community is significant to my family narrative.  This tour begins in Pinetop, an outdoor recreation town nestled in the heart of eastern Arizona’s beautiful White Mountains. As I sat in the courtyard of the Lion’s Den Bar & Grill listening to Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers croon about Mexico, tequila, and love, a gentle mountain rain reminded me why I was there in early August rather than toastier regions of the state.  Scan QR code above or click here to view the route on REVER After the show, I made the short ride back to The Nook Pinetop (see sidebar below), a delightful hotel in the heart of this bustling mountain town. As I sat under the tall pines on the hotel’s tidy grounds and sipped a glass of good bourbon, I contemplated the next day’s ride through Arizona’s territorial history as well as places spanning my personal legacy.  Fort Apache My BMW sits where horses would have been tied when my great grandfather was wrongly jailed at Fort Apache. From Pinetop, I headed south on State Route 260 to State Route 73, a relaxing roll through Arizona’s beautiful, pine-filled high country. I made my way onto the land of the Apache and the reservation on which I spent the first decade of my life. Cedar and oak trees dotted the red sandstone hills, and a feeling of familiarity washed over me. Soon I arrived at the reservation town of Whiteriver. As I threw down a kickstand in front of the white clapboard Lutheran church that my grandfather established, I reflected on my wonder years spent on that mission compound in the 1960s. My father worked in a logging mill in McNary, but we lived on the mission property in Whiteriver, where I tore around on a homemade minibike, igniting my motorcycle obsession. My next stop was Fort Apache, a major outpost during the Apache wars from 1871-1886. It was a military post until 1922, then it became the home of the Theodore Roosevelt Indian Boarding School. The historic structures were in various stages of deterioration and restoration. General Crook’s log cabin and the impressive commanding officer’s quarters were perfectly restored and sat perched above the flowing East Fork of the White River. I pulled up to the unrestored Old Guard House with deep anticipation. The significance of the building to my family is rooted in a grand misunderstanding. My grandfather, Reverend E. E. Guenther, was imprisoned here for two nights in August of 1918. A series of misguided assumptions led military personnel to believe that my grandfather was a German sympathizer and supporter of the Kaiser. Ultimately, it was correctly determined that the selfless missionary to the Apaches was innocent. He was offered impassioned apologies from the U.S. government and released. I followed SR-73 as it turned to the west, then turned north on U.S. Route 60. I left the Apache reservation just before arriving in Show Low, a town named after a high-stakes card game between two 1800s settlers. Fort Verde Fort Verde State Historic Park played a central role during the tumultuous American Indian Wars. At Show Low, I reconnected with SR‑­260 and rode west again, enjoying a scenic ride along Arizona’s Mogollon Rim. It is a great mix of tree‑­lined straights and sweeping corners as it connects high‑­country towns and mountain lakes. I stopped at an apex of the rim and looked south at the world’s largest stand of contiguous ponderosa pines.  I continued through Payson, Pine, and Strawberry before starting a winding descent toward the Verde Valley, which has been my home for the last five decades. As the descent uncoiled near Camp Verde, I approached the second historic fort. This Favorite Ride route follows the Mogollon Rim for miles, which features some of the most spectacular forest views in the Southwest. Fort Verde was built in the early 1870s as a major post during the Indian Wars. It was abandoned from 1891 until the 1950s, when a group of dedicated citizens worked to preserve the remaining property and structures. It became a state park in 1970.  As I walked the grounds of the fort, I noticed something that hit me hard: a memorial recognizing the Congressional Medal of Honor recipients who were stationed at Fort Verde. One of the names is Sgt. Alchesay, who was bestowed the honor in 1875 for his valor and leadership as an Apache Scout for the 6th U.S. Cavalry. Fourteen years after Alchesay enlisted as a scout, he became the chief of the White Mountain Apache Tribe and was a dear friend of my grandfather. Fort Whipple Fort Whipple has been a part of Arizona’s military history since the Spanish-American War. My tour continued on SR-260 toward the historic town of Clarkdale, where I’ve lived for over 30 years. For good measure, I cruised by my brick, craftsman-style Main Street home. It was built just two years after Arizona became a state, originally serving as housing for miners in the area’s copper boom era.  Next, I embarked on one of the best motorcycling roads in Arizona, State Route 89A, which climbs from 3,500 feet to over 7,000 feet in less than 14 miles. The mix of hairpins and sweeping corners makes this a primo motorcycling road, and I am lucky to have it in my own backyard.  I rolled into the historic mining town of Jerome, which was founded in the 1870s. Its population ballooned to over 10,000 miners, merchants, and women of the night during the copper boom of the 1920s. Some of those miners certainly lived in my Clarkdale house. Jerome became a ghost town in the mid-1900s before resurging into a vibrant art and tourism destination.  The historic mining town of Jerome is a great destination for motorcyclists. After Jerome, the highway winds even tighter to the summit of Mingus Mountain. Back in the pines, I used every centimeter of my tires’ tread climbing and then descending into Prescott Valley, where SR-­89A straightens as it passes through high grasslands. A short stint on State Route 89 took me to my last stop. Fort Whipple was another important outpost in the Indian Wars and has served as a military medical facility since the Spanish-­American War. I drove my father, a WWII veteran, to the VA hospital on the base on several occasions before his passing. He contracted malaria while serving in the South Pacific theater, and Fort Whipple was his primary care facility. It was on one of those drives that I had my only extended discussion with my father about his WWII service. Arizona’s mountain roads are entertaining and beautiful. This 300-mile tour is a great ride through Arizona’s military past, and for me, an exploration of my family’s legacy in the Arizona Territory and State 48.  See all of Rider‘s touring stories here. LODGING SPOTLIGHT: The Nook Pinetop The Nook Pinetop, a remodeled historic motor hotel in the center of Pinetop, is a perfect base for any exploration of Arizona’s White Mountains. Its rooms are decorated in outdoor motifs, and the courtyard area is a great gathering spot with a barbecue area and tables, minigolf, and other outdoor games. Visit TheNookPinetop.com. Arizona Motorcycle Ride Arizona Tourism Fort Apache Fort Verde Fort Whipple Tim Kessel, a former English teacher, makes his home in the mountains of north-central Arizona. He has been a Rider contributor for nearly two decades. Exploring great roads and intriguing destinations has been a lifelong passion. The post Historic Forts and Family Roots: Arizona Motorcycle Ride appeared first on Rider Magazine.

The special forces 10-minute power nap works aces when fatigue is at your doorstep. (Photos by Kevin Wing) It was late summer of 1988, and I was busily hauling my personal belongings from my mom’s house in Ventura, California, back down to Los Angeles to live with my dad. While everything was peaches with my respective parents, the move would afford me the opportunity to once again have access to a garage to work on my Honda CR250 and, even better, put me closer to motorcross tracks, where I could more regularly risk cracking my ribs and torquing my remaining good knee. I was excited. With an each‑­way drive time of approximately 1 hour, I wasn’t looking forward to the three rounds of loading and unloading it would require to complete the task, but with gas around a buck a gallon, I strapped my lead foot on, dropped the hammer on my Dodge Tradesman 100, and got to it. Now based on the title of this article, you can most likely guess what happened at approximately 0200 hours while heading westbound on State Route 118, just shy of the Ventura city limit. Yep, I finally ran out of gas. No, not the trusty Tradesman 100, but me; I completely fell asleep at the wheel. I was rattled awake after the van brushed a guardrail, only to find my un‑­seatbelted self in the far back portion of the van as it abandoned the pavement altogether and began stalking the dirt shoulder at 65 mph. To be clear, I was alone at the time, so observing the driverless van auto‑­piloting me head‑­on into a mature cluster of oak trees was peculiar to say the least. I was a dumb teenager at the time, so I had little preparation or experience to draw on in hopes of generating better outcomes. And because it seems I decided to let the van do the thinking for us, it did what well‑­equipped Dodges do when left to their own devices – they run into stuff. Of course, I tried to improve my situation by diving behind the driver’s seat just moments before impact, but that spunky orange Dodge just giggled as it threw me into the dash and then launched me all the way back to the rear doors again. When I woke up, it was dead quiet, and I was essentially locked inside a bent and broken metal box that was smoking and smelled like motor oil. Somehow, I managed to climb out a window, flag down a driver, and get to the hospital with some internal bleeding and other cool party‑­convo injuries. So why am I telling you this story? Because ever since my dramatic van reconstruction project, I’ve made a point to build up my ability to stay awake, focus, and remain vigilant when piloting machinery that can play pattycake with me at speed. And like me, you too have found yourself struggling to stay alert over some endless droning miles of pavement. You know the ones I’m talking about; you reach your destination only to realize that you can’t recall the last three hours of travel. So I’m going to give you a few lesser‑­known tips and tricks that help me get to the finish line. But first, a quick liability waiver here: The best thing we can do for ourselves is rest up before the ride and immediately get off the bike to rest when we get tired. So here’s the deal: I’m going to throw out some things I’ve used, with the understanding that the safest and most prudent response to fatigue on the bike is immediately resting off the bike, okay? Cool.   Get angry, damn it! A little yelling and screaming does wonders when you’d rather be napping. 1) Special forces 10‑­minute power nap: Pull off the road into a safe and secluded spot, get off the bike, and lay flat on the ground. Scooting your butt up against the motorcycle, elevate your legs and rest them on the seat, tank, saddlebag, or similar. The point here is that we want to elevate our legs and rest in this position for 10 minutes. This technique reduces leg swelling and returns blood to our core. The few times I used this, I didn’t use anything for my head, and in fact kept my helmet on once, and it worked great. The key here is to limit this nap to 10 minutes so that our bodies stay in the light phase (non‑­REM) of sleep. In this way we will get much needed rest but not feel groggy and disoriented when we hop back on the bike. My dad used this one for years when he co‑­starred on The Young and The Restless, so that’s probably where the Navy Seals got it from.  2) Pinch and poke yourself enough to cause pain: Silly? It’s a lot better than wandering off the road for some light gardening. And it works. Pain stimulates adrenaline, which can wake you up, so generating some pain and discomfort will stoke the furnace and allow you to tick off a few more miles. 3) Get angry and yell at yourself: Let’s face it, you have a lot to be mad about, for the simple fact that I just detailed step‑­by‑­step how I destroyed a classic Dodge van. And not just any Dodge van, but one with custom wood paneling, hidden mood lights, and wall‑­to‑­wall shag carpet. Get mad, damn it! It releases adrenaline and cortisol, which can activate your “fight or flight” response, resulting in increased heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing rate, and ultimately it can fire you up. 4) Chew gum: This isn’t too original, but I’ve found that it really does help. In fact, studies show that chewing gum stimulates the brain and blood flow, which results in improved attention, alertness, and concentration. Most importantly, it combats fatigue while you ride. Burt Reynolds knew it; now so do you. 5) Brain games: When I get tired, I often play mental games to stimulate brain activity to help keep me alert, engaged, and awake. My favorite one is the A, B, C game. Starting with “A,” I identify motorcycle‑­specific companies whose names start with that letter and work my way through the entire alphabet as I ride. For example: “A” is for Aprilia, ATK, Ace Motorcycles, Akropovič, Alpinestars, Answer Products, Acerbis Plastics, Avon tires, on and on. Oh, and say it out loud to further engage the senses. Sleepy? Try some isometric squats to rocket your energy levels to the moon. 6) Exercise: It’s no mystery that exercise boosts blood flow and energy levels, making the short list of pretty much every “how to stay awake” guide. But how would someone engage in safe yet effective exercise while also riding a motorcycle? Simple. Isometric squats. Just stay with me here; I’ve been doing these for years, and they work great. All you need to do is generate enough force in your legs to lift your butt approximately 1 inch off the seat. Once you accomplish that, you hold that position for 15‑­30 seconds. After a short rest, you do it again. I usually do 5‑­10 sets, 30‑­60 seconds at a time. Just make sure you don’t cause any undo force or awkward balance points at the handlebar (pulling or pushing) that could impede your ability to safely control the motorcycle while in a squat position. But, oh boy, will your legs burn and your energy levels soar! Listen, I get it, you want to get where you’re going. But the last thing I need is for anything bad to happen to you. See, my van got pretty busted up back there, and the word on the street is your old man is a television repairman who has the ultimate set of tools. Maybe together we can fix it! Quinn wears Schuberth helmets and Lee Parks Design gloves. Find out more at Quinn’s website, PoliceMotorTraining.com. Send feedback to rider@ridermagazine.com. 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IMTBike’s Land of Vineyards tour presented as many varieties of roads as it did grapes. (Photos by the author and IMTBike) IMTBike named it the Portugal and Spain Land of Vineyards tour, but it could just as easily have dubbed it the Land of Castles tour. Or the Land of Captivating History tour. Perhaps the Land of Winding Roads and Everchanging Vistas. Or even Land of Iberian Ham. Personally, I’d call it the Portugal and Spain Land of Ahhs tour. One’s senses are continually spiked by the sheer depth of history, the kaleidoscope of scenery, a phantasmagoria of motorcycling roads, delightful local culture, magnificent one-of-a-kind accommodations, and gastronomic delights. Wrap it all in a worry-free tour experience with an embarrassment of pampering from a world-class tour company, and you have an experience you’ll never forget and, if you’re anything like my wife, Amy, and me, will want to repeat (see sidebar below for her perspective). From the beginning, the spirit of the tour was light and welcoming. This story does not provide a turn-by-turn account or detailed report of each experience and place visited – that would require far more space than is available here. Instead, my goal is to share what the tour experience is like and help you determine if such an adventure might be right for you (spoiler: it probably is).  Artifacts mark the pilgrimage of the Camino de Santiago in Spain. IMTBike is a well-established motorcycle tour and rental company bringing 30-plus years of experience to the table. While it specializes in the Iberian Peninsula, it offers organized and custom tours throughout Europe, North Africa, and Asia. The company culture reflects the personality and commitment of founder Scott Moreno and our senior guide Martin Cebrian, who is the director of guides and has been with the company nearly from its start. Each member of the IMTBike team is carefully selected based on their passion for serving people and providing a world-class experience. Those qualities became evident in our upbeat, entertaining, and hardworking second guide, Paolo Pezzoli. Martin and Paolo are consummate professionals and perfect hosts, dedicated to one thing: making certain everyone is having a great time. The city of Porto frames a deep canyon carved by the Duoro River. The making of a Land of Vineyards tour. This tour, the brainchild of Martin, is one of IMTBike’s longer excursions, covering more than 1,700 miles and 13 riding days, plus two rest days. It was developed to showcase an oft-overlooked part of Spain while highlighting the product of some of the world’s oldest wine regions. Beginning and ending in Madrid, the route traces the rich and diverse wine country that stretches across northwestern Spain’s Castile and León region, loosely following the east-to-west flow of the Duero River (the Duoro in Portugal) toward the river’s termination at the Atlantic Ocean on the west side of Porto. This lesser-known central region of Spain falls outside traditional tourist tracts (oh, what they’re missing!), creating a virtually private road for us to travel over mountains, along rivers, through forests, and among endless vineyards. The carefully planned route showcases the diverse wine regions of La Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Rueda, El Bierzo, Douro, Porto, and more. Along the way, it immerses participants in the fabulously rich ancient heritage of Spain and Portugal.  Great food and camaraderie are served each evening. The tour includes shuttle service from the airport, new model BMWs in near pristine condition, support vehicle service, two tour guides, premium accommodations, as well as breakfast and dinner (except on rest days) and a detailed tour booklet. Participants are responsible for fuel, lunch, and beverages beyond what is provided. Find more details of this program, along with many other appetizing tours for 2026, at IMTBike.com. Spectacular accommodations – like this monastery converted to a hotel and spa – pampered us at the end of each day. There are two ways of approaching an epic trip like this. The first is to research everything, study the route carefully, and devote hours to planning for every possible contingency. The second is to show up with your riding gear and let the entire event unfold around you. IMTBike makes the second option possible. They sweat the details so you and your riding companion can arrive, relax, and enjoy the experience without a single worry.  Our guides often hosted night walks to explore the local scene. How does a solo rider like me wind up on a group ride like this? I’m not much of a group rider. Nor, apparently, were several other tour participants. For me, group riding is a source of anxiety when gearing up for an organized motorcycle tour. That said, any trepidation was promptly eased as Martin set an upbeat tone, established the rules of the road, and led the gathering of independent riders onto the road. The conservative pace gave riders a chance to get acclimated with the bikes and with each other, while simultaneously allowing the guide to assess the group dynamic. Safety is a stated IMTBike priority, and each rider soon found his or her own pace and place in the formation. However, if being part of the group feels too restrictive, riders are welcome to travel on their own. When riding throughout the region of Castile and León, count on seeing an ancient castle, walled city, or fortress at nearly every turn. A wine country tour with delightful pairings. This was the first time Amy and I have participated in a tour comprised entirely of couples (and one father/daughter duo). This created a particularly enjoyable atmosphere, providing opportunities to get to know other pairs and for Amy to talk with other women. Conversation included less bike talk and was more universal than on other tours, which was a welcome shift. Just as Martin and Paolo suggested would happen, we promptly established new friendships that will undoubtedly lead to future tours together. In Portugal we were introduced to the rugged mountain landscape and impressive tiered vineyards that frame the Duoro River. Tipping bikes, not wine glasses. While this is a wine country tour, there was no imbibing during the riding day. We rolled among the vineyards and, at stops, learned about what makes each region’s wines distinctive, but all sampling was reserved for when sidestands were down for the night. You don’t have to be into wine – or any fermented beverage for that matter – to thoroughly enjoy this tour. It’s equally about the riding, culture, history, and hospitality. So drink it all in. Of course, if you are into wine, the tour is a fabulous introduction to the joys of Spanish and Portuguese wines.  Spain and Portugal endured centuries of invasion and conquest. These vast walled cities created havens for the inhabitants. Ah yes, the wine. This topic could be a volume in and of itself. After all, winemaking has been an integral part of the Iberian Peninsula for more than 2,000 years. By traveling through many distinct grape-growing regions, we were able to contrast and compare the signature characteristics of the local wines and the influences of indigenous soil and climate – from Spain’s rugged northern mountains (home of Rioja wines) to the Castilian plateaus (Verdejo and Sauvignon Blanc varieties), the old vines of Toro (Tinta de Toro, also the origins of the first Spanish wine to be introduced to the American continent by a fella named Christopher Columbus), to the microclimate of Bierzo (where Mencía grapes are grown), to Portugal’s northwestern agricultural region and steep terraced vineyards (producing the subtly sparkling Vinho Verde or “green wine”), and on to the coastal termination of the Duoro River at Porto (the source for Port wine). The wine regions we visited meet strict requirements and consistently maintain the highest standards of quality. This is a riding tour. And the route delivers. As diverse as the region’s wines, the tour route introduces an invigorating mix of roads, terrain, and scenery. From casual sections meandering across gently rolling hills, to devilishly twisting mountain passes, to high-speed sweepers that flow with the rivers, this tour is designed for riders with at least an intermediate level of skill and experience on mountain roads. It presents a few challenging bits, including some of the peninsula’s top motorcycling roads, but it leaves riders with abundant opportunity to enjoy spectacular views. Days on the road are limited to 6-8 hours in the saddle (with well-timed coffee and lunch breaks), making it ideal for two-up touring.  Our hosts said we would all become fast friends. They were spot on. Our fabulous group poses in the foreground of a beautifully preserved walled city and fortress. A fan of the van. Avoiding the need to pack and unpack the bike each day was appreciated. The IMTBike van, driven by one of the two guides (Martin and Paolo took turns at the wheel), carries the luggage from destination to destination. Unlike most tours, the IMTBike van trails the group of riders along the entire riding route versus driving directly to the day’s destination. The benefit? The van ensures no riders are left behind while providing a convenient place to stow riding gear when stopped for lunch or local exploration. Having the van present also provides immediate backup in the event of an issue (there’s a spare bike on board) or if a rider opts to park their bike and ride inside for a while. Segovia features one of the best-preserved Roman aqueducts in Europe. This no-mortar structure is nearly 100 feet high and features 163 arches. Dipping into the local culture. The beauty of riding the backcountry is having the privilege of being immersed in the local cultures. Each coffee shop and cafe is a family-owned small business. The food is usually homemade according to family recipes and always with fresh local ingredients. One wonderful roadside cafe served spectacularly huge and fresh vegetables, including the best tomatoes I have ever tasted, and sandwiches served on homemade bread. We felt guilty leaving any food uneaten but were relieved to see the owner gathering our leftovers and feeding them to her chickens and other livestock. The circle was complete.  Our guides, Martin Cebrian (left) and Paolo Pezzoli (right), are worldclass hosts, skilled and responsible riders, unflappable tour managers, and remarkable entertainers. Rolling through history. Being from a country ready to celebrate its first 250 years as a nation, the reality of riding through a land that has endured the ravages of successive invasions, wars, and conquests for more than 2,000 years was nearly incomprehensible. Centuries-old walled cities, imposing castles, grand stone cathedrals, and medieval bridges abound – not just here and there but everywhere we looked. While it may be ancient, it never grows old.  Martin entertains us with a guitar performance. The Iberian Peninsula – now peaceful, safe, and friendly – has survived eons of strife. The tensions and uncertainty of our contemporary world encroached upon the daily lives of everyone on this tour. This tour became a temporary escape from the strains of world affairs, divisiveness, and anger, and it reminded Amy and me just how good people can be when they have opportunity to come together and welcome each other’s company. If everyone on this crazy planet could participate in a tour like this, I believe the world would be a better place.  A delicious vino blanco at sunset on the balcony of a luxury hotel. A tour with real staying power. The accommodations throughout the tour are first class and wonderfully unique. Tour guests stay at historical pousadas and paradors, which are castles, palaces, and fortresses that have been converted into motorcycle-friendly hotels. Accommodations include luxurious converted monasteries complete with spa facilities, inns within ancient walled cities, luxury rooms at a winery with panoramic views of the vineyards, plus several boutique hotels showcasing local flair. Each was spectacular in its own way. A panorama of lush mountains. Why this works. In one word: hospitality. Based on this experience, IMTBike makes traveling abroad by motorcycle easy and rewarding. They handle every detail. The tour guides are knowledgeable, relatable, and likeable. Even the smallest details have been considered, such as making cumbersome group fuel fill ups and coffee or lunch stops tremendously efficient. The tour guides seamlessly handled snags without a hitch, like dealing with a road closure, parking issues, slow service at a stop, etc. Martin and Paolo never missed a beat, maintained calm and cool heads, and always put the customer experience at the forefront. There was never a false smile nor halfhearted effort; it’s clear these guys genuinely enjoy making sure every participant has a great time. As someone who conducted multiday motorcycle training tours for more than 20 years, I know firsthand how challenging that can be. This IMTBike team has my utmost respect. Fantastic roads are the winding thread that connects the experiences on this wonderful tour. IMTBike’s 2026 calendar includes tours in Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, Morocco, Thailand, Japan, Laos, and Vietnam. The Portugal & Spain Land of Vineyards tour will run Sept. 19 through Oct. 3, 2026. Find more information and book a tour at IMTBike.com. SIDEBAR: Thoughts from the Pillion By Amy Trow Nearly 20 years ago, Eric convinced me to join him on a motorcycle tour of Europe. That tour differed from the comfortably paced, luxury experience of the IMTBike Land of Vineyards tour. Even so, I learned back then that a motorcycle tour wasn’t just a great way to see the world but also an incredible way to fully experience it. After this recent experience, I feel that way even more.  From the pillion, here are a few personal takeaways from my IMTBike experience:  I sometimes forget how much fun it is to ride on the back of my husband’s motorcycle. And how easy it is during those times to shut out the rest of the world and simply enjoy each other’s company, especially when traveling through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world.  It is fascinating to me how quickly friendships form around a shared passion. We seem to find ways around cultural, language, and other barriers.  Many of life’s most memorable moments happen off the itinerary (who knew our guides could play guitar and sing so well?).  I can’t imagine anyone, anywhere, ever uttering the phrase “I’m hungry” while on an IMTBike tour.  Never did I ever imagine I would spend the night in a monastery, let alone one where I could get a spa treatment and a cocktail.   I don’t know why, as a wine enthusiast, I haven’t explored Spanish and Portuguese wines sooner. I’ve been missing out!  As an experienced traveler, I have learned that it is the service you receive throughout your journey that makes a trip special. The IMTBike team has clearly put great thought and work into making every aspect of their tours as pleasant, comfortable, and seamless as possible, adding many small touches along the way that greatly elevate the experience.  Regardless of which seat you occupy on the motorcycle, if you’re considering booking a motorcycle tour in Europe (or anywhere else), I encourage you to take the next step. For Eric and me, this has been one of the most valuable experiences we’ve had together. But be warned: You’ll likely get the bug to do it again!  The post Iberian Odyssey: IMTBike Portugal and Spain Land of Vineyards Tour Review appeared first on Rider Magazine.

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Do Hells Angels kill their own members? Dive deep into the long-standing rumors surrounding Hells Angels MC, outlaw motorcycle clubs, and 1%er biker culture in this explosive discussion. Former Hells Angels president George Christie breaks it down on Vlad TV, questioning whether these stories of in-house cleaning and internal murders in motorcycle clubs like Hells Angels, Outlaws MC, and Pagans MC are real or just exaggerated tales from informants and rats trying to cut deals. Explore the truth behind outlaw biker life: Are 1%er clubs like Hells Angels really killing members over club business, or is it all media hype and law enforcement fairy tales? We react to George Christie’s Vlad TV interview, highlighting how most Hells Angels rumors stem from snitches, undercover agents, and trials – not hard facts. From 1970s biker wars to modern motorcycle club myths, discover why outlaw motorcycle clubs aren’t the mobster gangs they’re portrayed as. Most bikers just want to ride Harleys, live the outlaw biker lifestyle, and enjoy brotherhood – not extreme violence. Insane Throttle Biker News uncovers the reality of motorcycle club life, separating facts from fiction in the 1%er world. Do outlaw motorcycle clubs like Hells Angels kill their own? Or is it rare, personal, and blown out of proportion? George Christie says informants create drama – we agree. Join the conversation on Hells Angels secrets, Pagans MC, Outlaws MC rivalries, and the true dangers of outlaw biker life.If you’re into motorcycle clubs, 1%ers, Hells Angels history, Vlad TV biker interviews, or raw outlaw motorcycle club stories, this is a must-watch for any biker enthusiast! Chapters: 0:00 – Hells Angels Rumors: Do Outlaw Motorcycle Clubs Kill Their Own Members? 0:31 – George Christie Vlad TV on Hells Angels Informants and Snitches 1:36 – 1970s Biker Wars: Wild Times in Outlaw Biker Life 2:20 – Kangaroo Court Stories in Hells Angels MC History 3:07 – Problems with Informants in Motorcycle Club Trials 4:26 – In-House Cleaning Myths in 1%er Clubs Like Hells Angels 5:51 – Getting All Sides: Fair Reporting on Outlaw Motorcycle Clubs 6:31 – Outlaws MC and False Narratives from Rats 7:30 – Outlaw Biker Life vs Media Portrayal: Not That Serious 8:41 – When It Happens: Personal Reasons, Not Club Orders in Hells Angels 9:51 – Drop Your Thoughts: Do Hells Angels Kill Their Own? THE HELLS ANGELS KILLING THEIR OWN MEMBERS Carson City motorcycle club distributes more than 1,000 gifts  WHY ARE OUTLAW MOTORCYCLE CLUBS SUCH DUMBA$$ES Wolverhampton Hells Angels plan a Christmas ride to New Cross Hospital for a heartwarming festive reason Red Devils motorcycle gang rolls into town