Dates: 4th – 25th June 2027
Nights: 21
Days riding: 22
Mileage: 4000 approx
Vehicle: Own bike

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DETAILS
Following a highly successful crossing of the USA in 2026, we’re doing it again in 2027.

Same as before, this is an adventure on your own bike, freighted across the Atlantic from the depot in Northampton, before arriving in New York ahead of this 4000 mile adventure.

The end destination is Los Angeles on the west coast, where the bikes will be freighted back to the UK by means of train and boat.

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The reason for taking our own bikes is two-fold. For one, it’s great to have an adventure on your own bike. You know it, you’ve equipped it how you want and once the trip is over you take the memories home with you. Second, it also works out considerably cheaper than a rental bike for a coast to coast (Eagle Rider are the only ones who offer it, on Harleys at the cost of around £6000). It’s also more convenient if you’re on a tight time scale than buying and trying to sell one out there.

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The downside is that you’re without your bike for 6-8 weeks either side of the trip. It lends itself to someone who has use of a second bike.

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The reason for sea freighting is cost. It’s very expensive post Covid to air freight in and out of the States. Sea freight makes it more affordable.

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All bikes arrive in the US fully customs cleared and ready to ride. Bikes travel fully laden and assembled, with luggage and any heavy kit bags strapped onboard if you wish. A quick stop at a fuel station outside the depot in America and we’re ready to hit the road.

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There is some paperwork to complete ahead of the ride, but we’ll walk you through it and make sure all goes to plan.

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WHY AMERICA?
The 2026 trip reiterated just what an incredible trip this is. From the magnificent Blue Ridge Mountains in the east – proving a nice relaxing start to the trip - to the cultural intrigue of the Deep South including a stop at Clarksdale, home of rhyme and blues, then across the great plains through Texas, before New Mexico marks the start of our adventure in the West. You’ll tick off some major iconic locations through here; Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Route 66, Million Dollar Highway, Santa Fe and Death Valley amongst many more, before reaching the coast and celebrating in LA.

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We're also looking at the option of being able to extend the tour by a week, allowing for a circular route that'll take in Yosemite National Park, San Francisco and the flowing Pacific Highway 1 down through Big Sur and into Los Angeles from the north. Please let us know if that's of interest and we'll start to work up more details. Finishing date would be Friday 2nd July for that extenstion. An additional cost would apply.

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WHICH BIKE?

The right bike for this one needs to be reliable and comfortable. Beyond that it’s up to you. A bike that could cruise at 65mph+ is recommended, as whilst there is very little interstate on the route, there are some occasions when we will have to ride them, but Hamish on this DR350 managed just fine in 2026. The Honda CB500X was a popular choice for the run, as was the Vstrom 650. Bear in mind that as things currently stand, there's no option for fully comprehensive insurance on your vehicle, only third party cover. 

 

Things may change between now and next year (they're always changing when it comes to insurance provision), but work on the assumption that your bike won't be covered for theft or damage. It's therefore a trip best suited to a less precious machine. Some riders of more expensive machines on the 2026 bought bikes worth around £3500 for the trip and planned on selling them upon them their return to the UK.

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FULL RIDE OPTION

£4995
includes return bike shipping to and from the USA, full GPX file route, twin share accommodation throughout (excluding nights in NY and LA) and back up vehicle throughout.

The benefit of this option is that it's all laid out for you; hotels and routes. You just turn up and ride, though please note; you're still responsible for your own navigation with no guiding service offered. This gives you the flexibility to ride your own pace, stop when you want and ride with others in the group, knowing that there'll be support if you need it. 

Pillions charged at single rate supplement of circa £1450 (to be confirmed)​

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SHIPPING ONLY OPTION:
£2995

For anyone who just wants to make use of the shipping service, with support at both ends as well as assistance with planning their own route then this option allows for full flexibility. Book your accommodation, ride your own ride. You can have option to meet up with the group mid way along or just see you at the end in LA for the sailing back.​​​

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Limited to 20 places.

 

(please note: we're a long way out from summer 2027 so there could be some small adjustment in price to take into account changing shipping rates)​
 

​​​ADDITIONAL COSTS

Flight – Into New York, out of Los Angeles. Prices currently running at around £550 using SkyScanner, including one checked in luggage, although luggage would be able to go with the bike.

Bike insurance – An insurance policy for your bike will be needed, with price dependent on value and age. Budget around £180 for the third party cover.

Travel insurance – Travel insurance will be a must. Consider using Voyager Insurance or Carole Nash.

Spending Money – Approx $100 a day for fuel, food and spending money, different tastes notwithstanding.

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HOW TO GET INVOLVED?

To sign up please click on the link below. ​​Until September 29th it's just a £100 deposit to secure your place. This is a refundable deposit up until that date. After that a £500 deposit will be required, with full payment due by March 1st 2027. It is advised that riders take out travel insurance before making final payment to cover the event of cancellation.

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