The Scenic Ride: A Motorcycle Podcast

This week TSR goes international! We’re headed to the South Island of New Zealand, a true bucket list motorcycle destination. Davin, Sanna, and Staci dive into what makes riding in New Zealand so incredible, from winding two-lane roads and single-lane bridges to snow-capped mountains, turquoise lakes, and some ridiculous scenery around every corner. 

They also talk about renting motorcycles in New Zealand, the best time ...

In this episode, hosts Staci, Sanna, and Davin explore the Natchez Trace Parkway, a historic 444-mile scenic byway (and All-American Road!) that traces a 10,000-year-old travel corridor through Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee. 

This road trip includes plenty of Native American heritage sites, as well as cultural and historic landmarks. If you’re a history buff and looking for a slower-paced motorcycle journey through...

Sanna, Staci, and Davin head to Northern Arizona to explore one of the most beautiful and underrated motorcycle roads in the American West: the Vermilion Cliffs Highway. Stretching around 80 miles along Highway 89A, this route winds from high-elevation pine forests on the Kaibab Plateau down into the vast red rock wilderness of Vermilion Cliffs National Monument. 

Stops include Jacob Lake (the gateway to the Grand Canyon's Nor...

In this episode, Davin shares some of his favorite day rides out of Portland (the one in Oregon, not the one in Maine), including the Scappoose Vernonia Highway, the Columbia River Gorge, and Meadow Creek Road. Staci and Sanna realize they went to the same all-women’s motorcycle campout together in 2015, but neither of them remember it. And all three hosts share their favorite overlooks, food carts (and trucks), restaurants, ...

In this episode, we head to New Hampshire's White Mountains, in our opinion one of the most underrated motorcycle destinations in North America. Join us as we explore three bucket-list rides, including the legendary Mount Washington Auto Road, the scenic White Mountain Trail, and the world-famous Kancamagus Highway. 

We also share our favorite overlooks, waterfalls, covered bridges, small-town diners, maple syrup treats, and h...

We’re headed to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to ride the Copper Country Trail National Byway and explore the best riding on the Keweenaw Peninsula. This area is packed with historic mining towns, local food specialities, and remote, rugged natural sites. 

Hosts Davin (who grew up here), Staci, and Sanna deem it Michigan’s best kept secret, and an incredible place for a motorcycle road trip—as long as you a...

We’re headed to Northwest Arkansas to ride some of the best roads in the South. This area is a hidden gem for motorcyclists, full of twisty mountain roads and views for days.

Hosts Staci, Sanna, and Davin explore the best places to stay, eat, and stop during a motorcycle trip to the Ozarks, plus dive deep into some can’t-miss routes and byways. We also share insights into the best times to visit and travel tips for oth...

The Mother Road is turning 100 this year and The Scenic Ride is celebrating with a two-part series featuring all the can’t-miss stops. In the first part, hosts Sanna, Staci, and Davin take you through Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma. They also talk about their top tips for planning a Route 66 road trip, from when to travel to how to rent a bike for a one-way journey. 

If you like americana, quirky roadside attra...

Hosts Davin, Staci, and Sanna cover Beartooth Highway—one of America's most breathtaking motorcycle rides—plus its fun sister road, Chief Joseph Highway. From route highlights to insider tips on where to stay, eat, and stop for photos, this episode is packed with essential advice for riders on the hunt for jaw-dropping scenery and epic twisties. 

Use this episode to plan your next motorcycle trip to Yellowstone Nat...

In this episode, Staci, Davin, and Sanna explore Colorado’s famous Million Dollar Highway, one of the top rated motorcycle rides in the country. Find out why we can’t get enough of this road, even though it’s only 25 miles long. We also cover the best times of year to ride MDH, our favorite restaurants along the road, and some detours and side quests to make your next road trip even better.

For visuals and additio...

In this episode, we cover one of the most iconic motorcycle rides in the world: California’s Pacific Coast Highway.

Host Sanna, Staci, and Davin share their favorite sections, side quests, restaurants, and viewpoints along PCH, and they also dive into which major tourist attractions are worth stopping at (and where you’ll find the best treats). 

From the most scenic Taco Bell in the country to the largest herd of ...

The Scenic Ride is back! We’re kicking off our first episode of 2026 with some big news: Sanna is joined by two new co-hosts, Staci and Davin. All avid solo road-trippers, they collectively cover tens of thousands of motorcycle miles every year, and they’re excited to bring you some of their favorite roads and regions. 

In this episode: Get to know your new hosts and learn about where their travels will take them t...

In this episode, we travel to the Peruvian Andes. We chat with Redd Walitzki, who is an artist, adventurer, and full-time traveler who’s spent the last few years slowly meandering through Central and South America on a Royal Enfield Himalayan.

We talk about everything from route planning to the scariest things about being a solo traveler to how to afford being on the road full time, and Redd shares some interesting anecdotes ...

In this episode, we travel to Hawaii to ride a couple of bucket-list roads on the Big Island and Maui. Photographer Genevieve Davis joins to chat about riding in Hawaii and how to be a good visitor. It’s a jam-packed episode for anyone looking to explore paradise on two wheels. 

Roads mentioned: Chain of Craters Road (Big Island) Road to Hana (Maui) Kahekili Highway, aka Death Highway (Maui) Haleakalā Highway (Maui)

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In this episode, we are headed to the Canadian Rockies to ride Icefields Parkway, the iconic 140-mile road that runs through Banff and Jasper national parks. We also chat with Matt Swedlund from Full Tank Adventures about all our favorite stops along this absolutely breathtaking route.

Full Tank Adventures YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FullTankAdventures

Information on road closures in Jasper: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/j...

In this episode, we’re celebrating National Road Trip Day by heading to one of the most spectacular states for riding a motorcycle: Alaska. We’re going deep on the Seward Highway, one of only 37 All-American Roads, and the Kenai Peninsula. We also chat with Michelle and Marcus Munro who run Alaska Motorcycle Adventures.

If you’ve been dreaming of riding to the Last Frontier but you’re not sure where to start...