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Léo & Coco: a Royal Enfield roadtrip across France

Two friends set off on a Royal Enfield for a full voyage moto france: 6,500 km in 19 days, almost entirely within France. From the Vosges ridgelines and Chamonix to the Route Napoléon, Menton, Toulouse, the Ariège Pyrenees, a Gironde boat crossing, Loire castles, Paris, Pointe du Raz, Normandy and Verdun—this ride diary shares the route, the pacing, and the mindset: plan wide, improvise close.

scotland

The road of the week: Karamea Highway, New Zealand

A short, technical ribbon of tarmac on New Zealand’s wild South Island coast: 53 km, 68 bends, rainforest mist and Tasman Sea views. Start from Westport at first light, ride the rhythm through Mokihinui and Lake Hanlon, and treat it as a dedicated outing—not a transfer. Fuel up, download offline maps, and plan time for pauses: this road rewards focus and calm.

france

Provence by motorcycle: hilltop villages & mountain roads

Ride Provence: villages & mountain roads

canada

Harley Road Trip in Western Canada | Expert Routes & Tips - Planet Ride

Harley Road Trip: BC & Rockies Adventure 2026Tour! Discover Western Canada’s best Harley routes from Vancouver to Jasper. This expert guide covers scenic corridors, seasonal timing, safety checklists, fuel and service planning, Indigenous cultural stops and practical advice for heavyweight cruisers. Learn why June–September is ideal, what to pack, helmet and insurance essentials, and how Planet Ride’s tailored itineraries reduce logistics so you can focus on the ride.

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TF-436 Tenerife — Expert Guide to Masca Mountain Road | Planet Ride

Masca's TF-436: Tenerife's Mountain Road Discover TF-436: a 22–23 km mountain road through Tenerife’s Macizo de Teno. This expert guide from Planet Ride covers what to expect — tight hairpins, narrow single-lane stretches, and outstanding Atlantic views — plus riding tips, safety advice, best times to go and nearby stops such as Masca village and Buenavista del Norte. Prepare your bike, check local road notices and enjoy one of Tenerife’s most rewarding drives.

italy

Motorcycle roadtrip contest: win a 5-day escape

A free-to-enter contest from KS Motorcycles could land you on the Fuck You Run: a 5-day Planet Ride motorcycle roadtrip starting from Lyon, with a destination revealed only at departure. Expect around 2,500 km across Europe’s best rider roads—think Stelvio-style passes and tight coastal switchbacks. Find how it works, what the format demands, and where to register—plus what to verify today before committing.

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Roadtrip moto: Marc Bourgeois, enduro champion

A field-based interview with enduro champion Marc Bourgeois: how he turned a mechanic’s upbringing into world-level racing, what truly separates classic enduro from hard enduro, and what the Roof of Africa taught him (including a 1 km / 2 h bottleneck). Plus, practical guidance to build a roadtrip moto or rando moto enduro with realistic effort, hydration, fuel range and pacing.

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Moto en Inde: Manali–Leh, Route of the Week

Manali–Leh: the most epic Himalayan crossing. A 480 km ribbon of altitude and shifting landscapes, climbing over Rohtang La, Baralacha La, Lachulung La and up to Tanglang La (5,328 m). Expect narrow encounters, roadside tea camps, occasional water on the road—and the kind of night sky you only get above the treeline. A true moto en inde classic, and a powerful first chapter for a voyage moto ladakh.

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Discover Paris Walks Off the Beaten Track (2026)

9 Paris strolls that feel like a detour

italy

Road trip afrique du sud: 4 couple escapes

Four couple-friendly escapes built for momentum: Puglia on a Vespa, Bangkok-to-beach Thailand, a South Africa safari reset, and sunny Florida. Each vignette gives what it is, why it works for two, and where to stop—plus a short mini-guide to keep driving days realistic, reduce friction, and plan smarter for 2026 with offline maps, booking logic, and a quick FAQ.

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Roadtrip Royal Enfield: Lausanne to Düsseldorf

A 700 km backroad ride on a 1982 Royal Enfield Bullet: garage prep in Valais, rain in the Swiss Jura, Alsace detours, Vosges nature parks, Saarbrücken nights and an Eifel finale under cold drizzle. A first-person road diary with the small details that matter on a low-powered vintage bike—navigation, fatigue, fuel stops, and improvising when mechanics push back.

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Summer Motorcycle Gear Favorites (2016 Selection)

A sharp, rider-first selection of summer motorcycle gear from Planet Ride’s 2016 favorites. From a ventilated jacket and airy gloves to warm-weather riding sneakers, plus smart luggage that replaces the backpack: 39 L saddlebags and a 46 L top case. Practical cues on when each item matters on real rides, with a short FAQ and a note on what to verify today.

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