There is nothing quite as rewarding as viewing Scotland’s beautiful scenery while the breeze blows through one’s hair and the wind blows gently across one’s face during a motorbike tour. The country’s rolling hills, verdant meadows and interesting architecture, are but a few of the reasons one might be attracted to this kind of tour. Going on a motorbike is an interesting, more personal way to experience the country.
There are many accommodations along the way that are suitable for the motorbike enthusiast, and there are innumerable possibilities for things to see, do and experience along the way.
No motorbike tour of Scotland should begin without first having the bike checked for safety, and without procuring adequate motorcycle insurance. Without these two precautions, the trip could turn out to be less than successful. After the motorbike insurance and bike tune up have been taken care of, planning the route is the best course of action. Some people like to get on their bikes and simply go whichever way the wind seems to blow. However, taking advantage of one of the numerous, tried-and-true, planned routes that are available on the Internet, enables bikers to count on good food and accommodations and to go on some of the prime areas for great scenery and fantastic roadways.
It is a good idea to check weather forecasts ahead of time, for the duration that the trip is scheduled to last. This way, one can be prepared for inclement weather with proper gear, and can plan stops that occur when the worst of the rain is pouring.
There are routes, such as the Bigger is Bigger route that encompasses Borders, South Lanarkshire and Dumfriesshire that gives bikers a nice variety of scenery and road times. This route takes tourists through Bigger, a nice little village that maintains a medieval layout. It also highlights Scotland’s lowlands’ rolling hills.
If time is of the essence and the biker is seeking a short run that still encompasses some of Scotland’s best features, the Tree Lochs Run is the route to take. This 72km. route is a sensational ride that gives bikers a small taste of everything that Scotland has to offer. This includes Talla Linfoots Loch, St. Mary’s Loch and other notable places.
The Bruce Run takes bikers thorough the Bruce territory right into the very center of Galloway Forest, then on through Glentrool. This 282 km. ride provides, among other things, a terrific 360 degree view of the entire area. This route is one of those unforgettable experiences that makes the entire 5 hour and 5 minute trip well worth the effort.
