Bend Motorcycle Adventures Podcast

The Arizona Backcountry Discovery Route 

The Arizona Backcountry Discovery Route is a 750-mile motorcycle adventure through the entire state of Nevada.  For this episode of the podcast, a veteran of the Arizona BDR, Drew, joins the show & shares some of his knowledge regarding the route.

Timing your ride on both the Arizona & New Mexico BDR is critical.  Leaving too early or late in the year could lead to problems on snowy passes.  In the summer months, this route could be unbearable due to heat and the monsoon season.  In our opinion, late May or early June would be best.  Some fantastic fall riding could be an option in October & November also.

Depending on where you live, the terrain and ecosystems of Arizona could be totally unfamiliar to you.  Make sure to pack thoroughly for your motorcycle adventure.  Don’t be afraid to carry extra water, also.

Prepare your bike thoroughly and be ready to tackle loose rock and sandy sections.  If you’re running tubes, extras may be necessary.  Don’t be afraid to run a few extra pounds of pressure through those rocky sections either!

Ride with Bend Motorcycle Adventures on an Arizona BDR Tour.  We host a 5-day tour on this route.  Participants are welcome to bring their own bike or choose an all-inclusive option and riding one of our KTM dual sport models.