Backcountry Discovery Routes, known as BDR motorcycle trips, are some of the most rewarding adventure rides. This section covers ride reports, preparation tips, terrain insights, and lessons learned from multiple Backcountry Discovery Routes. If you are planning a BDR motorcycle trip and want to know what to expect before you go, start here.

April 10, 2025
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Tips For Planning a Long Motorcycle Trip

Continuing my Idaho BDR series, I wanted to get into Travel Day 1, which for most riders is about getting to their starting point rather than being on the actual BDR. In my conversations with other BDR Riders, it was not uncommon for them to ride 600 to 700 miles on the first day in order to get to their starting point. I only had 6 days for my entire adventure so taking an extra day to get to the southern Idaho BDR starting point was not really an option, my starting point would be Glenns Ferry Idaho.
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