BDR is Going Back East!

Announcing the North East Backcountry Discovery Route - Coming in January 2020. If the Mid-Atlantic BDR left you wanting for more east coast adventures, then you’ll be pretty stoked come next year. The NEBDR will be a 1,000+ mile route that will take you BDR-style through 6 states – from the PA/NY border to the Canadian border in Maine.

Eight Wonders of the California Backcountry on CABDR-South

Experience these Eight Wonders of the California Backcountry on CABDR-South. Over the last four years, BDR volunteers have been scouting public access roads and trails to stitch together this 820-mile off-road route across the south-eastern region of California. The route, which begins in Yuma, AZ and ends in Benton, CA, is comprised primarily of rugged two-track and remote dirt roads, that will test your off-road riding skills, like no other BDR.

WINNER ANNOUNCED! KTM 1090R Sweepstakes

Broadcast on Facebook Live from The Shop in Seattle on February 21, 2019

CABDR-South Movie Premieres - U.S. Dates & Locations

Join us at the CABDR-South film premiere near you. We are adding more dates on a daily basis, so check back if you don't see a screening in your area. The film features 4-time Baja 1000 Champion and Dakar Rally Racer Quinn Cody of KTM, and the BDR team, taking a first run on the new Southern California route.

How to Host a CABDR-South Movie Premiere

Make your dealership a stop on the Southern California Backcountry Discovery Route (CABDR-South) movie tour happening across the U.S. beginning February of 2019. Cost and benefits of hosting the CABDR-South movie event.

Film Trailer Released for Southern California Backcountry Discovery Route Project

The trailer for the upcoming Southern California Backcountry Discovery Route (CABDR-South) documentary film is here! Free GPS tracks and travel resources on RideBDR.com, and a waterproof Butler Motorcycle Map, and feature length expedition documentary film on DVD and video-on-demand will be available to the community on January 1, 2019.

MABDR Sec 9 Bridge Construction

There is a bridge construction on Section 9 just north of Colton Point State Park. Please re-route north on Colton Road to Hwy 6, turn west and travel approximately 4 miles where you will connect back with the track.

COBDR Cottonwood Pass to Open Late June

Cottonwood Pass after two years of being closed due to construction will reopen June 22nd, 2019. According to sources in Gunnison County, the contractor would move in mid-April and begin to plow snow so they could get in and finish the project. Their contract shows an ending date for the project in mid-July. When it opens it will be alternating one lane traffic just line on any highway project when there is paving. This date may change due to the massive amounts of snow still in the high country.

CABDR UPDATE 3/21

The CABDR route update for 3/21/19: Westside Road in Death Valley is now open. Titus Canyon is still closed to travel. We have heard from riders who have gone over the backside of Cerro Gordo going North to South travel. They were able to do the route, but there was some snow, but still able to get through. Keep in mind they were going downhill from Cerro Gordo. The main route from Lone Pine to Benton is now all open and dry enough to ride. There is still some standing water on parts for the road, but is drying up fast. Please try to stay on the road where ever possible. Riding off trail or roads will tend to get roads closed. After all a little water won't hurt you. There is still snow in the high expert only routes in the Owens Valley

CABDR Closures and Updates 2/19/19

Here are the CABDR closure and route updates for 2/19/19. Because of the recent heavy rain storms along the CABDR there are several closures. Titus Canyon and Mesquite Springs Campground are closed. No time frame for re-opening. The Owens Valley floor has received lots of heavy rain thus making it almost impossible to travel from Lone Pine to Bishop. The snow elevation level is also extremely low and has closed the Expert only sections in the Owens Valley and even the section just before Big Pine on the main route. In order not to do damage to the valley floor we are asking that everyone please stay off the route from Lone Pine to Benton.

ROUTE ALERT - Picacho State Rec Area, California side of Colorado River

CLARIFICATION & CORRECTION: If you're just passing through Picacho State Park (not camping): From Picacho Rd.(505 BLM) at the Stop Sign, located at State Park Entrance Self-Pay Station. Please stop & pay entrance fee.

CABDR Snow Update 2/11/19

2019 proves to be a snowy year. The snow has come back to California which has greatly affected Sections 6, 7, and 8. Here is a report from a recent jeep group that just finished up the CABDR.

NVBDR Sec 3 Flood Damage - Use Caution

There is significant flood damage and erosion on Sec 3 of the NVBDR. The road from Gold Point to Tonopah has experienced flooding which has left numerous deep cuts that a bike can disappear in. Caution is suggested when traveling on this portion.

Save the Date: Sixth Annual BDR Fundraiser - SoCal Desert Ride

Join the BDR Team, Members, Ambassadors, and ADV enthusiasts for the Sixth Annual BDR Fundraiser, the SoCal Desert Ride, and help raise funds required to create new routes and preserve riding opportunities for the ADV community.

Snow Levels low on CABDR

We have had reports from riders on the CABDR that snow is present going up the backside of Cerro Gordo. We are assuming there will be snow on the easier alternate route from Teakettle Junction up Hunter Mtn. This also means there will be snow on the harder alternate route up Mazourka Wyman Silver Canyons.

Backcountry Expeditions CABDR Packages

Backcountry Expeditions is offering two opportunities to ride the Southern California BDR route in May 2019, and a skills package in April 2019.

Israel and Jordan Motorcycle Tour by MotoDiscovery

This is light adventure touring mostly routed on paved roads with some unpaved sections. This unique journey is perfectly suited for singles and couples with non-riding family and friends invited to join us in the support vehicle...

Canyon Country Adventure Motorcycle Tour by MotoDiscovery

This is a very inclusive adventure ride, consisting of on- and off-road sections of various challenge through incredible scenic areas including the Grand Canyon, Navajo Nation, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks, Grand Staircase and more...

P2P - Palms to Pines 2019 Dual-Sport Ride - Goleta, CA

Santa Barbara Motorsports, KTM, and KLIM are proud to announce the 4th annual "Palms to Pines" Dual Sport Ride!

Moab Immersion Training by MotoDiscovery

Small-group off-road training while you ride wondrous desert terrain of Moab. All levels of riders are welcome to attend and will gain valuable skills regardless of their experience.

CABDR-South Film Premiere - San Antonio, TX

This event is hosted by Pearl Stables.

The Heart of Colorado Tour by MotoDiscovery

Tour-guide veteran Alex Moore of MotoDiscovery and paved & dirt road expert Bill Eakins of Butler Maps are teaming for a special Heart of Colorado 7-day dual-sport adventure this August. The route will focus on the best backcountry dirt roads, popular sections of the COBDR, as well as the finest paved twisty roads that Colorado has to offer. Rental motorcycles are available.

DIRTY FOR GOOD - Women’s Dual Sport Riding/Training Camp - Flinstone, Maryland

DIRTY for GOOD is what you will do if you sign on for this Dual Sport Riding/Training camp. You will get DIRTY and you will do some GOOD for the Women’s Motorcyclist Foundation’s three new fundraising directives.

The Heart of Colorado Tour by MotoDiscovery

Tour-guide veteran Alex Moore of MotoDiscovery and paved & dirt road expert Bill Eakins of Butler Maps are teaming for a special Heart of Colorado 7-day dual-sport adventure this August. The route will focus on the best backcountry dirt roads, popular sections of the COBDR, as well as the finest paved twisty roads that Colorado has to offer. Rental motorcycles are available.

Moab Immersion Training by MotoDiscovery

Small-group off-road training while you ride wondrous desert terrain of Moab. All levels of riders are welcome to attend and will gain valuable skills regardless of their experience.

The Copper Canyon Expedition by MotoDiscovery

If you've ever wanted to explore remote parts of Mexico by motorcycle, look no further than this one-of-a-kind tour by MotoDiscovery. Their travels through this region date back over three decades, and this tour is one of their specialities. They know the land, its people, the history and its challenges, and will help you experience this incredible part of Mexico safely, with professional guidance and knowledge.